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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.\nWhat We Offer\nLocation:\nSanta Clara,CAYou’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.\nAt 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.\nJob Description\nWhat You’ll Do\nAs a Process Engineer Intern, you'll work on some of the most advanced and challenging technologies in the world, shaping the way process engineering evolves for our business and the semiconductor industry.\nProcess Engineers at Applied enjoy a diverse and exciting work experience-no two days are the same and the challenges are complex and interesting. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects. Visit our Engineering Careers page to learn more about engineering at Applied.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nStudent must be pursuing a PhD in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and be in good academic standing at their university\nPreferred Qualifications:\nSemiconductor manufacturing related internship or academic experience \nDemonstrated leadership experience \nAble to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions \nAbility to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information \nExplains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus \nFlexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture \nAdditional Information\nTime Type:\nFull timeEmployee Type:\nIntern / StudentTravel:\nYes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:\nYesThe 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. 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