2025 Summer Process Support Engineer Intern (Advanced Degree)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

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At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

You’ll also 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

At Applied, we prioritize your well-being and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family.  We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our Benefits.

What You’ll Do

Applied Materials’ Account Team is searching for an intern to join our team this Summer 2025! The field sales operations team is located in Hillsboro, OR supporting an industry leading customer.  You will gain knowledge of semiconductor fabrication, establish understanding of the variable process, and develop the skills of design of experiment, systematic data analysis, and problem solving.

Role Responsibilities:

• Performs routine assignments in the entry level to a professional job progression. Typically has knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts. Develops competence by performing structured work assignments. Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others.
• Provides customer support through troubleshooting and data analysis, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems. 
• When necessary, works closely with colleagues and customer to optimize tool/process performance to meet customer process and integration requirements. 
• Knowledge and hands on experience of dry etch tool and processes and integration process flow. Prefer the knowledge and experience on advanced packaging module processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Student must be at least a Junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree program in Materials Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.25 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Familiarity with large data sets, python (or other language), JMP/Tableau/Matlab a plus
• Performs routine assignments in an entry level to a professional job progression.
• Typically has knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts of semiconductor tools, processes and devices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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. To learn more about our commitment to DEI visit the Applied Materials Inclusion page.  

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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.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.