2027 Spring Process Engineer Co-op - Doctorate (Gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials•Gloucester, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking highly motivated graduate students to join its Research & Development (Varian R&D) and Advanced Project Development teams in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The co-op offers hands-on work on next-generation semiconductor technologies and processes, working alongside experienced engineers and scientists to develop processes and solutions for future semiconductor manufacturing. Areas of technology include ion implantation, material modification, deposition, etch, pattern shaping, plating, and wafer processing. The position is on-site in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Multiple start dates are available between January 2027 and February 2027, with the greatest need for January starts. The assignment lasts 6–9 or more months. Students must maintain active student status and, where applicable, appropriate work authorization, including approved CPT, throughout the assignment. Travel is listed as 10% of the time, and relocation is available to eligible candidates.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; students in the final year of their graduate program are encouraged to apply.
Maintain active student status throughout the duration of the internship/co-op.
Be in good academic standing; a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
Have hands-on laboratory experience and willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
Have experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Be a quick learner with strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or experience related to semiconductor processing, semiconductor manufacturing, device fabrication, wafer processing, metrology, materials characterization, semiconductor film treatment, dry etch, wet etch, semiconductor material modification, or CVD/PVD film deposition.
Experience with programming, data analysis, AI-related tools, or software development, including Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies.
Experience working in semiconductor process development, semiconductor manufacturing, or advanced laboratory research environments.
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

Work hands-on with advanced semiconductor equipment and processes while following established laboratory safety procedures, including limited chemical handling as required.
Support laboratory and process development activities, including equipment preparation, wafer processing, wafer measurements and metrology, data collection and analysis, and documentation of experimental results.
Lead small-scale development projects, analyze results, and present findings to engineering teams.
Support laboratory and process engineering activities as needed.