Summer 2027 Technical Project/Program Management Intern- Master's (Santa Clara, CA)
About The Position
Applied Materials’ TKM SBU is seeking a motivated intern to support global service projects and reporting initiatives during summer 2027. TKM provides customized kits of certified spares with cleaning and coating services to reduce total cost of ownership and support customer process efficiency and future business growth. The intern will gain hands-on experience in supplier management, data analysis in business and engineering, and management-level reporting within the semiconductor industry. The role offers exposure to cross-functional collaboration and global leadership teams, along with mentorship from experienced professionals. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, and involves travel approximately 10% of the time. The intern should be comfortable working in a manufacturing cleanroom environment.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Data Science, Statistics, an MBA, or a related business field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Python, SQL, and Tableau or other data visualization.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on building trust.
- Ability to learn quickly and solve problems creatively and analytically.
- Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work enthusiastically amid changing priorities.
- Comfort working in a manufacturing cleanroom environment.
Nice To Haves
- Good academic standing with a GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- Tableau experience or related preferred skillsets.
Responsibilities
- Extract, clean, and analyze supply chain data from multiple internal databases using Excel, Tableau, and AI to support operational insights and decision-making.
- Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and automated reports tracking cost, logistics performance, supplier capacity, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, and cross-functional stakeholders to identify process improvement, automation, and data-driven optimization opportunities.
- Align global TKM cost-saving initiatives and prepare executive-level status reports for global leadership.
- Partner with the leadership team to develop plans and support the parallel onboarding of multiple global suppliers.
- Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to supplier management and performance optimization.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Candidates may be eligible for participation in a bonus program and a stock award program, as applicable.
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
- Programs and support for employee health and wellbeing and personal and professional growth.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
