2026 Spring Materials Engineering Co - op - Doctorate (gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials Co-op Position

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.

Applied Materials' VSE Strategic Marketing Group is searching for a co-op to join our team in FY2026! Our group focuses on patterning and implant applications in emerging semiconductor fabrication related applications. We have state-of-the-art implant tools that serve as the backbone of the semiconductor industry. Through novel, precise materials engineering, we are advancing processes such as doping and enhancing various material properties.

The position will entail the following:

• Collaborate with implant material processing groups and process demonstrations, processing wafers, measuring wafers, analyzing results, and documentation.
• Participate in development projects involving wafer processing, desire metrology and present updates in group meetings.
• Support process engineering through procurement, shipping samples, and tracking inventory functions.

Start Date: January 2026, On-site at our Gloucester, MA location.

Requirements:

• Preference for students who are currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field in Semiconductors.
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Hands-on expertise on thin film materials characterizations techniques such as ellipsometry, electrical IV/CV measurements, optical spectroscopy, microscopy and mechanical properties testing.
• Experience/knowledge in semiconductor processing or prototype devices testing is a big plus.
• Familiarity with materials growth techniques such as ALD, CVD, Epitaxy, PVD is desirable but not required.

Compensation: $45 - $50 per hour.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Intern / Student

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

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.

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.