Summer Ion Source R&D Intern

Applied Materials, Inc.; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Gloucester, MA is seeking a summer intern for the Ion Source Development Group to learn ion source technology and participate in hands-on testing and data analysis.

You will gain experience with test plans, data acquisition, and design concepts while contributing to team projects. The role emphasizes quick learning, semiconductor processing exposure, and coding in MATLAB/LABVIEW/Python, with a start date in summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Physics or related field.
• Maintaining good academic standing; GPA 3.0 or above preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Coding experience in MATLAB, LABVIEW or Python is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Training to become familiar with ion source technology and experimental procedures.
• Develop test plans to explore source performance on test stands.
• Data acquisition and analysis from experiments.
• Conceptual design of new parts for improved performance.
• Presentation of results in a group environment.

Skills

Quick learner

Semiconductor processing exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in Materials Science & Engineering, Physics or related field

Tools

MATLAB

LABVIEW

Python

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. in Gloucester, MA is seeking a summer intern for the Ion Source Development Group to learn ion source technology and participate in hands-on testing and data analysis.

You will gain experience with test plans, data acquisition, and design concepts while contributing to team projects. The role emphasizes quick learning, semiconductor processing exposure, and coding in MATLAB/LABVIEW/Python, with a start date in summer 2027.