Process Engineer Co-op - Doctorate; Gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry.

The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Location:

Gloucester,MA

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Applied Materials is seeking highly motivated graduate students to join our Research & Development (Varian R&D) and Advanced Project Development teams in Gloucester, Massachusetts. This opportunity offers the chance to work on next-generation semiconductor technologies that enable many of the world's most advanced electronic devices.

Our teams are focused on developing and optimizing cutting‑edge semiconductor processes and equipment used throughout the industry. Through innovative engineering and scientific research, we advance technologies including ion implantation, material modification, deposition, etch, pattern shaping, plating, and wafer processing. Students will work alongside experienced engineers and scientists, contributing to the development of new processes and solutions that support future semiconductor manufacturing.

• Location:
  
  Gloucester, MA (on‑site)
• Multiple start dates are available between January 2027 and February 2027 with the greatest need for January starts
• Duration: 6-9+ months
• Students must maintain active student status and, where applicable, appropriate work authorization (including approved CPT) throughout the duration of the assignment.

• Work hands‑on with advanced semiconductor equipment and processes while following established laboratory safety procedures, including limited chemical handling as required.
• Support laboratory and process development activities, including equipment preparation, wafer processing, wafer measurements and metrology, data collection and analysis, and documentation of experimental results.
• Lead small‑scale development projects, analyze results, and present findings to engineering teams.
• Support laboratory and process engineering activities as needed.

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Students in the final year of their graduate program are encouraged to apply.
• Must maintain active student status throughout the duration of the internship/co‑op.
• Must be in good academic standing, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience and a willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
• Experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
• Experience or coursework related to semiconductor processing, semiconductor manufacturing, device fabrication, wafer processing, metrology, materials characterization,…