Computer Engineering Internship: Real-Time Network Packet Diagnostic Tool

Introduction

Are you a (HBO) bachelor or a master student in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field looking for an apprentice internship? Do you have great programming skills and knowledge of (embedded) computer architecture? Then this internship might be interesting for you!

Background Information

ASML develops a custom motion control platform to shorten the development time for control functions. It provides users with an abstracted model (toolbox) to define their application and hardware interfaces. These abstract definitions are then translated into a complex deployment of software components on real-time hardware, optimized for latency (I/O delay). The platform is suitable for conventional servo control as well as more generic applications. Therefore, it has found widespread use across all ASML product families.

The Motion Control department is responsible for the development and maintenance of the platform. An important challenge is managing complexity, with a growing amount of internal clients and increasing performance requirements.

Your Assignment

The RapidIO (RIO) real-time communication protocol is used to transmit data between real-time control boards and sensor/actuator hardware. The grown complexity of this network has led to an increased need for diagnostics on the network packets.

You are asked to implement a tool that enables both tracing of RIO packets and validation or debugging of packet transfers. The tool should provide a user-friendly interface to define which packets shall be captured and to which destination they are sent for offline processing. The RIO switches used in the network contain configurable functionality to capture and forward packets. Additionally, several destination (CPU, FPGA) boards are available in the existing hardware catalog. Your task will be to abstract the configuration of these switches and boards from the user and provide a simple interface to perform diagnostics on the network.

Your Profile

To be a perfect match for this internship, you:

• Are a (HBO) bachelor or a master student in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Have programming experience and a good understanding of C/C++ and Python.
• Have knowledge of (embedded) computer architecture.
• Are a strong collaborator with a proactive and perseverant attitude.
• Have great communication skills in English both verbally and in writing.

This is a (HBO) bachelor or a master apprentice internship with a duration of 3 to 6 months, for 4-5 days a week, starting November 2024.

Please note that we can only consider students who are enrolled at an educational institution for the entire duration of the internship.

This position requires access to U.S. controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such U.S. controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with applicants who are immediately eligible to access U.S. controlled technology.

Benefits

• Monthly internship allowance of maximum €600 (plus a possible housing and free public transport)
• Practical guidance from experts in the field
• The chance to work in and experience a dynamic team environment

About ASML

ASML is a high-tech company headquartered in the Netherlands. We manufacture the complex lithography machines that chipmakers use to produce integrated circuits, or computer chips. What we do is at the heart of all the electronic devices that keep us informed, entertained, and connected. Every day, you use electronics that simply wouldn’t exist without our machines.

Behind ASML’s innovations are engineers who think ahead. The people who work at our company include some of the most creative minds in physics, electrical engineering, mathematics, chemistry, mechatronics, optics, mechanical engineering, computer science, and fields which are not technically oriented.

We believe we can always do better. We believe the winning idea can come from anyone. We love what we do – not because it’s easy, but because it’s hard.

Diversity and Inclusion

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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.