Internship Program Manager - B4

Description

The company makes materials science and engineering equipment and services used in nearly every new semiconductor chip and advanced display.

Its equipment and services are central to AI development and to bringing next-generation chips to market.

This role leads the company's internship program, covering strategy, design, delivery and continuous improvement, with the goal of turning interns into hires.

You will work with business leaders, Talent Acquisition, HR and regional teams to deliver a consistent, high-impact program that fits workforce priorities.

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking, program management, operational discipline and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Set the internship strategy in line with business, workforce and early talent goals.
• Build a global framework that keeps practices consistent while allowing for regional needs.
• Match internship numbers to new graduate hiring forecasts and to critical skill needs.
• Improve the program continuously using data, benchmarks, trends and stakeholder input.
• Own the full program lifecycle, from pre-boarding to completion.
• Set standards for processes, milestones, tools, communications and operating procedures.
• Lead annual planning covering timelines, resources, budgets and readiness across all locations.
• Manage compliance and operational risk, and raise efficiency through technology and automation.
• Design development experiences that build interns' technical, professional and organizational skills.
• Work with managers to give interns meaningful, business-relevant projects and regular feedback.
• Create an inclusive experience that raises intern satisfaction and strengthens the employer brand.
• Standardize performance reviews and talent identification to support conversion decisions.
• Track conversion and retention, resolve barriers and improve program return on investment.
• Support University Recruiting with on-campus recruiting events when needed.
• Run virtual events and webinars to reach student talent pools.
• Build leadership alignment, engagement and sponsorship for the program.
• Give managers guidance, tools and training to improve intern outcomes.
• Define and manage program KPIs, dashboards, scorecards and executive reporting.
• Measure satisfaction, conversion, retention, cost efficiency and operational performance.
• Use feedback, benchmarking and post-program reviews to find opportunities.
• Turn findings into measurable gains in quality, scalability and business impact.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, early career programs or enterprise program management, including 5+ years leading internship, early career or complex cross-functional programs.
• Knowledge of university recruiting, early career workforce planning and intern conversion strategies.
• A proven record of designing and scaling programs across business units and regions.
• Strong skills in strategic planning, project management, risk management and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience using data and analytics to assess performance and guide decisions.
• Excellent executive communication, presentation, relationship management and influencing skills in a matrixed environment with quick-moving priorities.
• Ability to travel to company sites and university campuses for intern programs and campus recruiting events.
• Preferred: experience leading global or multi-regional internship programs in a technology, engineering, manufacturing or semiconductor organization.
• Preferred: experience with talent development, onboarding, mentoring, engagement and change management.
• Preferred: familiarity with talent acquisition technology, HR systems, surveys and reporting dashboards.
• Preferred: financial acumen in budgeting, resource planning and ROI measurement.
• Preferred: a project management or human resources certification, which is a plus.

Conditions

Full-time, regular employee position based in Santa Clara, CA.

Salary range: $133,500.00 - $183,500.00.

Pay depends on location, hire grade, job knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity with current team members.

Travel of 20% of the time.

Not eligible for relocation.

For sales roles, the posted range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range, meaning base salary plus target bonus at 100% goal achievement.

Candidates who need accommodation during the application process can call the HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and follow the prompts for an HR Advisor. This line is for accommodation requests only.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Possible participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
• Programs for health and wellbeing that support personal and professional growth at work and at home.