2026 Summer Process Engineer Intern (Advanced Degree) – Santa Clara, CA

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

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. What We Offer 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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. 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. Applied Materials’ Office of the CTO is searching for an intern to join our team in summer 2026! The position will entail the following: Perform processing of device substrates, with particular focus on mass transfer of micron-scale devices and fabrication of micronized components. Handling of wafers and materials/chemical processing are required. Conduct metrology of processed device substrates, document and interpret data, and present key findings in technical meetings Collaborate with key technologists to discuss and execute experiments

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing a Ph.D. degree program in Materials/Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a GPA of 3.5 and above on a 4.0 scale
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred
• Quick learner and able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Perform processing of device substrates, with particular focus on mass transfer of micron-scale devices and fabrication of micronized components. Handling of wafers and materials/chemical processing are required.
• Conduct metrology of processed device substrates, document and interpret data, and present key findings in technical meetings
• Collaborate with key technologists to discuss and execute experiments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree