About the role#
The Ion Implantation Business Unit at Applied Materials is looking for a Computational Beamline or Plasma Scientist intern for the summer of 2027. You will join a team focused on developing plasma processing tools for ion implantation, dry etch, deposition, and material modification.
What you'll do#
- Use commercial and in-house software to perform numerical investigations of semiconductor processing tools.
- Analyze your results to draw scientific conclusions.
- Present your findings at internal meetings.
- Lead small design projects focused on beamline and plasma source optimization.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an M.S. or Ph.D. program in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and good academic standing.
- Ability to learn new concepts quickly.
- Experience in ion beam transport, magnet design, or plasma modeling is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
- The term runs from May 24, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
- This role is on-site and may require up to 10% travel.
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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