Chemist (Co-Op - Santa Clara)

Intern/Co-Op Opportunity at Applied Materials

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.

Applied Materials' PPB at CTO office is searching for an intern/co-op to join our team in 2026!

The position will entail the following:

• Assist with inorganic, organic and polymer material/chemical screening, characterization and metrology work. Able to safely handle different chemicals.
• Lead small development projects involving materials/chemical characterization, screening, QC
• Conduct material/chemical testing and analysis
• Keep detailed lab records
• Support process engineers for material/chemical needs

Requirements:

• Student must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Chemistry, material science, polymer science or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Experience in Materials Characterizations/analytical chemistry Preferred
• Quick learner
• Availability to be physically in Santa Clara, CA for 6-months

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.