Electrical Engineering Internship: debug method development

Introduction

Join ASML’s Hardware Development team and help shape the future of semiconductor technology. Our team designs advanced FPGA solutions for high‑performance systems used in cutting‑edge lithography machines. With FPGA complexity growing rapidly, we need innovative approaches to debugging. In this internship, you will contribute to developing a cross‑platform FPGA debug method that integrates seamlessly with design blocks and accelerates issue resolution.

Your assignment

You will work on creating a novel FPGA debug method for ASML’s hardware designs. This internship offers hands‑on experience with FPGA design and verification, while collaborating with experienced engineers in a dynamic environment.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Conceptualize and implement an FPGA debug method for ASML designs.
• Assist in designing and implementing FPGA modules using VHDL or Verilog.
• Support simulation, synthesis, and timing analysis of digital designs.
• Participate in lab testing, debugging, and validation of FPGA hardware.
• Document design processes, test results, and technical learnings.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers on integration tasks.
• Learn and apply industry‑standard tools and methodologies for FPGA development.

Your profile

To be suitable for the internship, you:

• Are enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
• Have interest and basic experience in FPGA design and digital systems.
• Are proactive, analytical, and collaborative in your approach to problem‑solving.
• Can work with hardware lab equipment and have basic programming skills in VHDL or Verilog.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.

This is a bachelor thesis internship for a minimum of 4 months, 5 days per week (5 days on‑site). The start date of this internship is as of February 2nd 2026.

Other requirements you need to meet:

• You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship;
• Attach your cover letter with a clear motivation why you are interested in this internship assignment in particular;
• You need to be located in the Netherlands to be perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your CV/motivation letter includes the willingness to relocate.
• If you are a non‑EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement).

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.