About the role#
We are looking for graduate students to join our Research & Development and Advanced Project Development teams in Gloucester, Massachusetts. You will work on next-generation semiconductor technologies that enable many of the world's most advanced electronic devices. This co-op position offers the chance to work alongside experienced engineers and scientists to develop and optimize semiconductor processes and equipment.
What you'll do#
- Work hands-on with advanced semiconductor equipment while following laboratory safety procedures, including limited chemical handling.
- Support laboratory and process development activities, such as equipment preparation, wafer processing, metrology, data collection, and documentation of experimental results.
- Lead small-scale development projects, analyze your results, and present findings to engineering teams.
- Assist with general laboratory and process engineering tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a doctoral or master's degree program in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Active student status and good academic standing throughout the co-op duration, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Hands-on laboratory experience and a willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
- Experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Desirable: Coursework or experience in semiconductor processing, device fabrication, wafer processing, metrology, materials characterization, or film deposition.
- Desirable: Experience with programming or data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or Microsoft Copilot.
Location & details#
- Location: Gloucester, Massachusetts (on-site).
- Term: Winter 2027 (6-12 months).
- Compensation: $47 - $50 per hour.
- Status: Full-time paid position.
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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