2027 Spring Process Engineer Co-op - Doctorate (Gloucester, MA)
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 the opportunity to work on next-generation semiconductor technologies and contribute to the development and optimization of semiconductor processes and equipment. Areas of technology include ion implantation, material modification, deposition, etch, pattern shaping, plating, and wafer processing. The role is an on-site, 6–12-month opportunity. Students work alongside engineers and scientists, performing hands-on laboratory and process-development work with advanced semiconductor equipment. The assignment has multiple possible start dates between January 2027 (or earlier, if available) and March 2027, with the greatest need for January or earlier starts. Students must maintain active student status and, where applicable, appropriate work authorization, including approved CPT, throughout the assignment.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a doctoral degree or master's degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Maintain active student status throughout the internship/co-op.
- Hands-on laboratory experience and willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
- Experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Quick learner with strong attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Students in the final year of their graduate program are encouraged to apply.
- Good academic standing, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- Experience or coursework 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.
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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus and stock award program, as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
