About the role#
The Display Controls Department is looking for an intern to join the team for the summer of 2027. This role focuses on hardware design and improvements for printed circuit boards. You will work alongside senior engineers to solve technical problems and support our electronics lab operations.
What you'll do#
- Design and test various circuits.
- Assist with electronic and system documentation.
- Perform soldering and un-soldering of components on PCBs.
- Learn schematic capture and the fundamentals of PCB design.
- Gather data using test equipment.
- Organize and maintain the electronics lab.
- Analyze technical problems in collaboration with senior staff.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
- Good academic standing, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
- A desire to learn and the ability to pick up new concepts quickly.
- Previous experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Gloucester, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 24 to August 13).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time paid internship.
- Travel: Approximately 10% of the time.
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials operates in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces equipment for materials engineering and flat panel display manufacturing. It was founded in 1967 and maintains its headquarters in Santa Clara, California. The organization employs over 32,000 people.
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