2026-2027 Process Engineer Co-op Doctorate (Gloucester, MA)
Job Location:
Gloucester, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
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 worlds technology.
What We Offer
Location:
GloucesterMAYoull 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 possiblewhile 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. Were 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.
In the R&D Group we are focused on developing next-generation processes and materials to enable future semiconductor technology nodes. Our team combines experimental process development advanced metrology and computational modeling to solve critical challenges in next generation lithography and materials modification processes for advanced nanofabrication and future device architectures. We work at the intersection of materials science plasma physics and surface engineering to accelerate innovation from concept through feasibility testing and customer application development.
What Youll Do
Conduct research and support novel semiconductor processes focusing on patterning and material modification for future device architectures.
Perform thin-film characterization using FTIR Raman XPS XRR ellipsometry SEM TEM and related techniques.
Design and execute experiments using Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies and analyze data using advanced data analytics tools (Python MATLAB & JMP).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including lithography etch deposition materials science computational modeling and customer application groups.
Present technical findings to internal stakeholders with opportunities to contribute to patents and conference presentation.
- Available for a 6 to 9 month co-op term on-site at our Gloucester location
- Multiple start dates available between September and November 2026 with the greatest need for September starts
Who Were Looking For
Currently pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science Chemistry or Physics.
Must be currently enrolled in a PhD program and available to work full-time for a 69 month internship/co-op assignment.
Research experience in semiconductor processing thin-film materials plasma science or advanced characterization techniques.
Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis using Python MATLAB or similar computational tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently design and execute technical investigations.
Comfortable working in shared research facilities adhering to cleanroom protocols and quickly learning new equipment/processes/procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical findings across multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in semiconductor processing technologies including ion implantation lithography reactive-ion etch (RIE) chemical vapor deposition (CVD/PECVD) atomic layer deposition (ALD) and other semiconductor fabrication methods.
Strong record of research accomplishments demonstrated through publications conference presentations patents or other scholarly contributions.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds with fresh perspectives and with a passion for semiconductor R&D are strongly encouraged to apply!
Compensation
$47 - 50 per hour
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Intern / StudentTravel:
Not SpecifiedRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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 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.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.
