The growth of the semiconductor sector and its investments in Finland are increasing the need for new skilled personnel. To answer the need, The Finnish semiconductor industry is supporting Aalto University to offer job opportunities for students to work in Aalto research groups on semiconductor-related topics at Aalto University’s School of Electrical Engineering (ELEC), School of Chemical Engineering (CHEM) and School of Science (SCI). With the support from Applied Materials/Picosun, Okmetic, Murata, Bosch Sensortec, Kyocera Technologies and Canato, Aalto University’s School of Electrical Engineering (ELEC) and School of Chemical Engineering (CHEM) are now offering summer jobs for students to work in different Aalto research groups on semiconductor-related topics. The aim of this summer job program is to provide an opportunity to gain the skills needed in a growing and international field. The semiconductor sector offers a wide range of career opportunities in Finnish and international companies and students can find their place in areas such as silicon wafers, sensors or process and equipment development.

The positions are suitable for both Bachelor and Master level students and the exact content of the work will be tailored based on the applicant’s own interests (and skills) and the group’s research profile. These positions are an excellent choice for those students that want to work later in Finnish semiconductor industry.

How to apply?

Please submit your application through our recruitment system by using the "Apply” link on this page.

Or if you are currently employed by Aalto University: Please submit your application directly in Workday-system, using your existing user account (by writing “Find jobs” in the Workday search field).

Please include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Transcript of study records
• Application letter – please include a brief introduction of yourself and preferred starting and ending dates for employment (3 months)

You can apply for one or max three (3) of the open positions. You will be asked to prioritize your choices by using the position codes. You will find each position code after the name of the position in the list below - please remember your choices when you move forward with your application.

Depending on the position, the summer job can last for max. 3 months and is carried out between May and August 2025. Please note that these positions are available for Bachelor's and Master's students only.

If you are interested in any of the positions, we are looking forward to hearing from you – please submit your application as soon as possible but at the latest on 28 February 2025. We will start reviewing candidates immediately, and the positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are found.

In any recruitment process related questions, please contact HR Advisor Monika Mäkinen (hr-elec@aalto.fi),  including “Semi-Summer 2025” in the email title. For further information about the summer jobs, please contact the marked professors.

Please find descriptions of the open positions by research group below:

SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (CHEM)

Department of Chemistry and Materials Science (CMAT) [Position code: FRANSSILA]

Biorepellent structures and coatings

You will develop coatings and microtexturing to create surfaces which resist adhesion of cells, cells media and protein solutions. These surfaces are being developed for applications in medical diagnostics. The coatings are on planar surfaces and inside capillaries. The work will include cleanroom-based microfabrication at Micronova.

Micromachining for omnirepellent surfaces

Water repellent (hydrophobic) surfaces are easy to make, but it is much more difficult to make surfaces that repel solvents and oils. In this project “nanoserif” surfaces will be fabricated. They contain nanoscale features for enhancing liquid repellency. The work will include cleanroom-based microfabrication at Micronova. 

 

Further information: Prof. Sami Franssila (sami.franssila@aalto.fi)

Group website: Microfabrication | Aalto University

SCHOOL OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (ELEC)

Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation (EEA)

Electronics Integration and Reliability [Position code: PAULASTO-KRÖCKEL]

Electronics Integration and Reliability (EILB) is a research group at Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering focused on exploring innovative materials and design concepts for advanced electronics. We are developing high-efficiency, sustainable semiconductor substrates and devices for power electronics, RF, and smart sensor applications. 
Title: In-plane heat transfer characterization of highly oriented aluminium nitride films 

During the internship, the student will work with x-ray diffraction and time domain thermoreflectance method to study in-plane thermal conductivity and correlation with crystal quality and lateral/vertical grain size. Day-to-day tasks may include sample preparation, measurements, data analysis/interpretation, and reporting/documentation of the analysis workflow.

Further information: Prof. Mervi Paulasto-Kröckel (mervi.paulasto@aalto.fi)

Group website: Electronics integration and reliability | Aalto University

Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering (ELE)

Integrated photonics [Position code: VERRINDER]

The integrated photonics group at Aalto specializes in the design and fabrication of next-generation semiconductor lasers and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for applications in remote sensing, quantum technology, and free-space optical communication. We are offering a position which focuses on experimental work in the Micronova cleanroom. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of new fabrication processes for GaAs-based lasers and PICs. Experimental work could include electrical and optical characterization of lasers and other devices, fabricating surface passivation layers, and developing new processes for quantum dot/quantum well intermixing. There is also the possibility to focus more on device modelling and simulation, if you prefer working at a computer (some python and/or optoelectronic device simulation experience required).

Further information: Assistant Prof. Paul Verrinder (paul.verrinder@aalto.fi)

Optoelectronics: Characterization of printed plasmonic nanostructures [Position code: SOPANEN]

This position will involve characterization of printed plasmonic nanostructures. Plasmonics is a term used to describe utilization of surface electromagnetic waves for various purposes. Tasks will include optical measurements of plasmonic samples, as well as other measurements to characterize sample surfaces. Some fabrication tasks may also be included, such as metallization of samples.

Further information: Associate Prof. Markku Sopanen (markku.sopanen@aalto.fi)

Advanced characterization of modern silicon wafers [Position code: SAVIN]

Electron Physics Group offers you a position where you will be closely working with the Finnish semiconductor industry. The work includes fabrication of various surface passivation layers for silicon wafers in Micronova clean room, electrical and optical characterization of the wafers as well as discussions with industry representatives. Prior knowledge on basics of semiconductor physics is considered a merit but not a requirement. 

Further information: Prof. Hele Savin (hele.savin@aalto.fi)

Group website: Electron Physics | Aalto University

Organic Semiconductors: Materials and Interfaces: [Position code: SOLDANO] 
The Organic Electronics Group is looking for a curious and talented student at MSc level, for the Summer 2025. The field of Organic Electronics exploits organic molecules and their optical and electronic properties to develop functional electronics. You will contribute to the advance of organic thin film transistor, thus a relevant background in semiconductor physics or materials science is highly desired. Your role will be to develop organic semiconductors thin films to study and improve device performances. Experimental work includes growth of materials, studies of surfaces, device fabrication and characterization. The position is suitable for students who want to carry out the experimental part of special assignment or continue to a Master thesis.

Further information: Amirhossein Azari or Prof. Caterina Soldano (firstname.surname@aalto.fi)

Group website: Organic Electronics – at Aalto University

Open source RISC-V microprocessor and accelerator development [Position code: KOSUNEN_IC_PROCESSING] 

Are you the one born with enthusiasm towards programming and microprocessors? This is the dream job for you. RISC-V is an open-source microprocessor instruction set, which is gaining interest in academia and industry. In Aalto, Department of Electronics and nanoengineering, we have developed our own open-source RISC-V core implementation that we can use as a controller in our mixed-mode System-on-Chip designs. Simultaneously we provide hands-on education on Digital SoC design to fulfill the rapidly growing need of Finnish electronics industry.

In this work we start from the basics. Successful execution of the work requires willingness to learn fluent Unix working habits, Git version control, shell scripting, Python, and Scala/Chisel programming, complemented with entry level knowledge of analog design tools and methodology. Topic focuses on improving current RISC-V implementation and merging it with digital and analog signal processing and cryptography accelerators and sensor interfaces possibly advancing to implementation on silicon or verification on FPGA according to your preferences. The position is appropriate for B.Sc. and M.Sc. students eager to learn with a hint of enthusiasm to go where very few has gone before.

Further information: Assoc. Prof. Marko Kosunen (marko.kosunen@aalto.fi)

Analog building block design with Berkeley Analog Generator [Position code: KOSUNEN_IC_BAG]

The rumors about the death of Analog electronics are premature, as Analog just went Programmatic. If you are willing to learn how to design Analog microelectronics by defining the parametrized implementation with Python, this is the dream job for you.

Analog building blocks are needed in every piece of microelectronics and Systems-on-Chip, like digital circuitry and microprocessors. Programmatic design methodology aims to provide parametrized and optimized analog building blocks for these needs. Berkeley Analog Generator is a design environment recently developed in University of Berkeley which enables analog circuit design by programmatic means. In Aalto we are looking for pioneer students with enthusism to learn to take this new methodology into use. If you want to be a game changer, this is your moment.

In this work we start from basics. Successful execution of the work requires willingness to learn fluent unix working habits, Git version control, shell scripting and Python programming, complemented with entry level knowledge of analog design tools and methodology. Topic focuses on implementation of analog building blocks for A/D converters, sensor interfaces, 5G mmWave circuits, radio transmitters and receivers according to your preferences. The position is appropriate for B.Sc. and M.Sc. students eager to learn new things with devotion to acquire skills of the future.

Further information: Assoc. Prof. Marko Kosunen (marko.kosunen@aalto.fi)

Fully Open-Source Aalto-Analog-Generator Flow and Posting User-Friendly Tutorial [Position code: KIM]
Open-source IC design is revolutionizing analog circuits by addressing the need for automation in a traditionally manual, labor-intensive field. Conventional methods, like manually drawing circuits with CAD tools, are being replaced by Python-based scripts that automate design and enable reusable, open-source workflows. This shift has also unlocked AI-driven IC design as a promising solution.

Your Role: [1] Setup Aalto’s circuit implementation flow (ChipnDale) and verification flow (TheSyDeKick) to be compatible with Google Colab (Jupyter Notebook), [2] Setup SkyWater 130nm PDK for Aalto’s analog generator framework (MOSAIC-BAG), [3] Create a user-friendly tutorial to guide others in using your contributions 
You Achieve: [1] Hands-on experience in open-source IC design and Python scripting, [2] International recognition by sharing your work (Ex. LinkedIn), [3] Opportunity to submit your work to win the IEEE SSCS Code-a-Chip competition à Winners get funding to attend the most prestigious IC design conferences (IEEE ISSCC/VLSI), advancing your CV exceptionally excellent 
Requirements: [1] English proficiency, [2] Self-motivation, [3] Python experience, [4] Basic knowledge of electronics (ELEC-C9610, ELEC-E3120)

Further information: Prof. Kwantae Kim (kwantae.kim@aalto.fi)

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