Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026. Keysight scores B on the Alion truth index.
Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
The High Frequency Technology Center (HFTC) in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking an intern to join our Industrial Engineering team. This role offers hands-on experience in a high-frequency semiconductor manufacturing environment and the opportunity to learn the principles behind running an efficient, healthy factory.
Working alongside industrial engineers, automation engineers, process engineers, operations personnel, and maintenance/equipment engineering teams, you will help drive major process improvement and capacity expansion efforts. You will take a deep, hands-on dive into specific manufacturing areas - gathering data and observations to own and drive Lean process improvements - and work with the team to develop and improve models and simulations of the factory to increase throughput, reduce turn-around-time, and improve efficiency.
This is a full-time, onsite summer internship in Santa Rosa, CA, with a strong possibility of extension for up to a year.
We believe internships should be more than a summer job. You will be assigned a defined project with clear objectives, ownership, and measurable outcomes, and work closely with experienced engineers throughout. Our goal is that you finish with a tangible improvement delivered to the organization - a meaningful accomplishment you can put on a resume, discuss in future interviews, and build a career on. We encourage curiosity, welcome questions, and support continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, and structured process observations on the manufacturing floor
- Use SQL, Excel, and Power BI to analyze manufacturing data and uncover gaps in existing data sets
- Own capacity modeling for a designated manufacturing area, building models that reflect real factory behavior
- Support automation efforts by developing a working understanding of the underlying manufacturing processes
- Document and standardize inventory, MES, and ERP transactions to make them repeatable and reliable
- Support day-to-day operations escalations as a path to learning the floor and its constraints
- Own and present an end-to-end project drawing on several of the above
Qualifications
Required
- Rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to take ownership of a task and follow it through to completion
- Willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor observing and working directly with processes and equipment
Preferred
- Advanced coursework relevant to industrial engineering, manufacturing systems, operations research, and/or data analysis
- Experience with SQL and relational databases
- Experience with discrete-event simulation software (Simul8, Simio, AnyLogic, or Arena)
- Advanced Excel or data analysis skills; exposure to Power BI
- Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodology
- Personal, academic, or internship projects that demonstrate initiative and technical curiosity
Engineering Mindset
Successful candidates typically demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn, attention to detail, strong time management, the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and a desire to understand the people and processes behind a problem - not just its technical requirements.
Keysight Internship Program Requirements Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2027. Applicants who have graduated before September 2027 will not be considered unless they are starting a MS or PHD program after graduating.
CA Pay Range
(BS) $32.03 - $34.49
(MS) $38.77 - $41.75
(PhD) $47.76 - $51.43
Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.
This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***
- Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, and structured process observations on the manufacturing floor
- Use SQL, Excel, and Power BI to analyze manufacturing data and uncover gaps in existing data sets
- Own capacity modeling for a designated manufacturing area, building models that reflect real factory behavior
- Support automation efforts by developing a working understanding of the underlying manufacturing processes
- Document and standardize inventory, MES, and ERP transactions to make them repeatable and reliable
- Support day-to-day operations escalations as a path to learning the floor and its constraints
- Own and present an end-to-end project drawing on several of the above
Required
- Rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to take ownership of a task and follow it through to completion
- Willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor observing and working directly with processes and equipment
Preferred
- Advanced coursework relevant to industrial engineering, manufacturing systems, operations research, and/or data analysis
- Experience with SQL and relational databases
- Experience with discrete-event simulation software (Simul8, Simio, AnyLogic, or Arena)
- Advanced Excel or data analysis skills; exposure to Power BI
- Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodology
- Personal, academic, or internship projects that demonstrate initiative and technical curiosity
Engineering Mindset
Successful candidates typically demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn, attention to detail, strong time management, the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and a desire to understand the people and processes behind a problem - not just its technical requirements.
Keysight Internship Program Requirements Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2027. Applicants who have graduated before September 2027 will not be considered unless they are starting a MS or PHD program after graduating.
CA Pay Range
(BS) $32.03 - $34.49
(MS) $38.77 - $41.75
(PhD) $47.76 - $51.43
Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.
This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***