Process Engineer Co-op

Internship Opportunity – Research and Development (Varian R&D)

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: Gloucester, MA
• 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.
• Empowerment to push boundaries of what is possible in a leading global company.
• Commitment to health and wellbeing with programs supporting personal and professional growth.
• Learn more about our benefits on our Careers website.

Internship Details

• Co-op/intern start date: Nov/Dec 2025 for 6-9 months
• On-site at Gloucester, MA location
• Work on state-of-the-art tools in semiconductor industry, advancing processes like deposition, etch, pattern shaping, and material modification.

Requirements

• Preference for students in their final year of a Doctoral degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale)
• Experience or knowledge in semiconductor processing or manufacturing is a big plus
• Quick learner, hands-on, comfortable building and disassembling things
• Good communication skills and well organized with attention to detail
• Available to work for 6 – 9 months

Compensation

• $47 – 50 per hour

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Intern / Student
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
• Relocation Eligible: Yes
• Salary will be based on factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.
• Comprehensive benefits package and eligibility for bonus and stock award programs where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

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