About the role#
Applied Materials is looking for a Chemist intern to join the PPB team at the CTO office. This role is a full-time, on-site co-op position based in Santa Clara, California. You will work directly with materials and chemicals to support our engineering teams.
What you'll do#
- Assist with inorganic, organic, and polymer material screening, metrology, and characterization work.
- Handle various chemicals safely.
- Lead small development projects focused on chemical screening, characterization, and quality control.
- Conduct testing and analysis of materials and chemicals.
- Maintain detailed lab records.
- Provide support to process engineers for their material and chemical needs.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, material science, polymer science, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Experience in materials characterization or analytical chemistry.
- Ability to be physically present in Santa Clara, California for a 6-month term.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California
- Work Modality: On-site
- Term: 6 months
- Employment Type: Full-time intern
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials operates in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces equipment for materials engineering and flat panel display manufacturing. It was founded in 1967 and maintains its headquarters in Santa Clara, California. The organization employs over 32,000 people.
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