About the role#
Applied Materials is seeking interns for the Global Supply Chain department for the summer of 2027. Over the course of 12 weeks, you will support Supplier Account Managers, Procurement and Materials Managers, and the Supply Chain Analytics team. You will assist with supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and the execution of commodity strategies while ensuring our factories receive materials on time.
What you'll do#
- Complete supplier request for quotations and prepare supplier profiles for management.
- Work with suppliers on obsolescence compliance and training.
- Perform part analytics to ensure correct commodity family assignments.
- Interact with suppliers to identify cost reduction opportunities.
- Support Supplier Account Managers with meeting preparation, quarterly business reviews, and capacity reviews.
- Manage purchase orders by creating, rescheduling, or cancelling them based on MRP requirements.
- Contact suppliers to obtain material status and expedite deliveries.
- Resolve accounts payable issues related to invoice and receipt discrepancies.
- Locate emergency or alternate sources for materials.
- Provide material delivery updates to factory stakeholders and leadership.
- Negotiate with suppliers to mitigate excess inventory and purchase orders.
- Conduct MRP and spend analytics to optimize business practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master's degree program in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data analytics, including advanced Excel and experience working with multiple data sets.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
- A flexible mindset and a desire for continuous learning.
- Valid work authorization for the duration of the internship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Santa Clara, California.
- The internship is paid.
- Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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