Finance Intern (MBA - Santa Clara, CA)

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is offering a summer 2027 Finance Internship. Interns will join our Finance Department for 8–10 weeks, gaining hands-on financial analytics and investment decision support across business segments.

You will work with senior leaders to build financial models, ROI analyses, scenario planning, and assist with planning, reporting and prioritization. MBA students graduating in 2027 with 4–7 years in finance or accounting and strong data analytics skills are

Qualifications

• MBA student with a 2027 graduation plan and 4–7 years in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills; experience with AI and data analytics.
• Proactive self-starter able to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Work on one or more projects to help finance drive executive decisions.
• Provide financial modeling, ROI analysis, scenario planning and portfolio prioritization.
• Support finance planning, analysis, reporting and other initiatives; help drive BU and corporate priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

MBA candidate (graduating 2027)

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Who We Are

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.

What We Offer

Location:

Santa Clara, CA

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’ Finance Department is recruiting interns to join our team in summer 2027 in our Santa Clara, CA office. Interns will work within our business segments providing financial analytics and investment decision support for Applied Materials’ businesses, forward looking products and strategic engagements.

Expected Job Duties

over the course of an 8-10-week internship, which will include training, social events and chances to meet with senior leaders at Applied Materials:

• Focus on one or more projects to help the finance organization drive executive decision making around key business issues
• Integrated into the finance team, supporting the business by:
  • Providing insightful financial modeling, ROI analysis, scenario planning, and portfolio prioritization
  • Supporting finance planning, analysis, reporting and other finance initiatives
  • Driving strategic direction of group to execute on BU & corporate priorities

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing an MBA with plans to graduate in 2027, with 4-7 years prior work experience in Finance or Accounting preferred
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills, including practical experience utilizing AI and Data Analytics to improve financial processes
• Proactive self‑starter with the ability to work independently and in teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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.

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 [e-mail], 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.