2027 Spring Product Quality Engineer Co-op - Bachelor's (Gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Materials in Gloucester, MA invites a motivated student to join our Quality Group as a Product Quality Engineering intern for Spring 2027. You will gain hands-on experience solving problems in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.

Responsibilities include supporting defect processing, learning SAP IB system, visiting local suppliers with the Quality team, and collaborating on cross-functional projects; six months on-site with relocation support available.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Good academic standing at their university.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organization and problem-solving capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support processing of defective material.
• Learn SAP Integrated Business system.
• Visit local suppliers with the Quality team.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to solve problems.
• Engage with engineering groups on small projects.
• May tour a semiconductor fab depending on time.
• Co-op begins Jan 2027 with training starting Dec 2026; ~6 months on-site in Gloucester, MA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

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’ VSU BU Implant is searching for an intern to join our team inSpring 2027! Working in our Quality Group as a product Quality engineering intern; the position will entail the following:

• Support processing of defective material
• Learning of SAP Integrated Business system
• Will have opportunity to visit local suppliers with our Quality team
• You will participate on cross functional teams in solving problems
• You will be exposed to engineering groups and participate in small projects
• You may if time permits tour a Semi-conductor fab
• Co-op begins Jan. 2027 (with training starting early-mid Dec 2026)
• ~ 6 months on-site at our Gloucester, MA location

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree program in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university
• Student should have strong interpersonal skills and feel comfortable being inquisitive and asking people questions
• Organization, thirst for problem solving and communication skills a must

Compensation

$31 - $33/hr

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Intern / Student

Travel

Not Specified

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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