2026 Process Engineer Co-op - Adv Degree (Gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Stock awards

Job summary

Applied Materials is offering a co-op in the Advanced Project Development Department in Gloucester, MA. You will work on developing and optimizing processes for next-gen semiconductor products, with hands-on wafer plating demonstrations and wafer metrology projects.

The role requires enrollment in a relevant graduate program, GPA 3.0+, and programming in C/C++, Matlab, or Python. On-site work, 6–9 month duration, starting November 2026; compensation is $41–$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Doctorate or Master's degree program in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Programming experience in C/C++, Matlab, Python preferred.
• Quick learner

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory plating demonstrations, including tool preparation, processing wafers, measuring wafers, documentation.
• Lead small development projects involving wafer metrology.
• Support process engineering through procurement, shipping, and inventory functions.
• Start date: Beginning of November 2026; Duration: 6 - 9 months; Location: On-site, Gloucester, MA

Skills

C/C++

Matlab

Python

Semiconductor processing

Quick learner

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Materials Science & Engineering or related field

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Location: Gloucester, MA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Applied Materials’ Advanced Project Development Department is searching for a co-op to join our team! Our work involves developing and optimizing process for the next generation of semiconductor product that is in use by leading companies across the world. The position will entail the following:

• Assist with laboratory plating demonstrations, to include: tool preparation, processing wafers, measuring wafers, documentation.
• Lead small development projects involving wafer metrology
• Support process engineering through procurement, shipping, and inventory functions
• Start date: Beginning of November 2026
• Duration: 6 - 9 months
• Location: On-site, Gloucester, MA

Requirements

• Student must be currently enrolled in a Doctorate (or Master's) degree program in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred
• Experience in programming (C/C++, Matlab, Python) preferred
• Quick learner

Compensation

$41 - $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.

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.

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