Summer 2027 Technical Project/Program Management Intern- Master's (Santa Clara, CA)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Applied Materials’ TKM SBU is seeking a highly motivated master’s-level intern to support global service projects and reporting initiatives during summer 2027. TKM provides customized kits of certified spares with cleaning and coating services, helping 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 across business and engineering, and managerial-level reporting within the semiconductor industry. The role includes cross-functional collaboration and interaction with global leadership teams, with mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals. The position is based in Santa Clara, California, and includes 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 data visualization with Tableau.
• 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 skills.

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 to monitor 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 presentation to global leadership.
• Support the leadership team by developing plans and deploying them to bring up multiple global suppliers in parallel.
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to supplier management and performance optimization.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Programs and support for employee health, wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Candidates may be eligible for bonus and stock award programs, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern