2026 Summer RF Engineer Intern (PhD - Santa Clara, CA)

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

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.

Requirements

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in RF/Antenna design for mm-wave, Sub-THz, THz radios.
Experience and/or knowledge of Phase array antennas
Experience and/or knowledge of Beamforming techniques
Some basic experience working on AI/ML techniques for CAD, Antenna design using HFSS, ADS.
Experience and/or expertise with Python
Experience and/or knowledge of working on RF and antenna test and measurements.
Quick Learner.
Effective communications
Team Player
Deals with Ambiguity