Fall Co-Op - Process Engineering Intern; Doctorate

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT.

If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

Location:

Santa Clara, CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

As a Process Engineer Intern, you'll work on some of the most advanced and challenging technologies in the world, shaping the way process engineering evolves for our business and the semiconductor industry. Process Engineers at Applied enjoy a diverse and exciting work experience—no two days are the same and the challenges are complex and interesting. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state‑of‑the‑art research and development projects.

• Student must be pursuing a PhD degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and be in good academic standing at their university.
• Must be available from August/September '26 through December '26/January '27.

• Semiconductor manufacturing related internship or academic experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results‑driven culture.

• Time Type:
  Full time
• Employee Type:
  Intern / Student
• Travel:
  No
• Relocation Eligible:
  No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.