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

Applied Materials•Gloucester, MA

20h•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 provides an opportunity to contribute to next-generation semiconductor technologies by developing and optimizing semiconductor processes and equipment. Work may involve technologies including ion implantation, material modification, deposition, etch, pattern shaping, plating, and wafer processing. Students work alongside experienced engineers and scientists to develop processes and solutions for future semiconductor manufacturing. This is an on-site, 6–12-month co-op. Multiple start dates are available 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.
Be in good academic standing.
Have hands-on laboratory experience and a willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
Have experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
Have 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.
Maintain appropriate work authorization, including approved CPT where applicable, throughout the assignment.

Nice To Haves

Students in the final year of their graduate program are encouraged to apply.
GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
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.