2026 Summer - Application Engineer Intern (Santa Clara, CA)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

The Process Optimization and Control (POC) team is responsible for developing cutting-edge nanometer-scale metrology for semiconductor process control. We are actively searching for a dynamic eBeam Metrology Application Developer who thrives in a results-driven culture to join our team in summer 2026! We offer a flexible work environment which allows the team to work both on and off site, flexible hours. At Applied Materials, you’ve earned it. The position will entail the following:

Responsibilities

• Assist with eBeam metrology development projects

• Support developing image solutions for eBeam metrology systems which address critical gaps

• Conduct software and algorithm qualification to address performance gaps

• Perform deep analysis of processes using analytical tools and derive actionable conclusions

• Generate reports and deliver results to customers

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing a Master’s degree program in Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering , Applied Physics or related field.

• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale

• Understand the statistical data analytics techniques. Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information Have general knowledge of and/or exposure to semiconductor industry, process and/or metrology is a plus

• Acquired conceptual knowledge and/or experience of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM, eBeam) is a plus

• General knowledge of programming (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc) is a plus but not required

• Flexible and adaptable mindset

• Self-motivated to achieve objectives and meet deadlines under moderate level of guidance and direction

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.