Summer 2027 Electrical Radio Frequency Engineer Intern- Master's/PhD (Santa Clara, CA)

Location: Santa Clara,CA

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 world’s technology.

What We Offer

Location

Santa Clara,CA

You’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.

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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

Applied Materials’ AGS OCE Department is searching for an intern to join our team in Summer 2027. AGS OCE is responsible for customer support and development of solutions for field issues.  The position will entail the following:

Assist with laboratory projects in development of lab test fixtures for EE/RF projects, e.g. of testing DC/RF power supplies and impedance matching networks. Work with project owners in troubleshooting and functionality test.

Develop e.g. LabVIEW programs for automation control of lab measurement instruments.

Support experimental data acquisition and processing, and some simple to moderate data modeling.

Requirements

Student must be pursuing a Master's or Ph.D.'s degree program in science or engineering area.

Student is in good academic standing at their university, with a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale preferred.

Good understanding of analog and digital electrical circuits and hands on experience basic measurement and troubleshooting at board and module levels.

Training in power electric and electronics areas is preferred; familiar with circuit simulation, e.g. LTSPICE.

Knowledge in Plasma physics and related lab experiments is a plus.

Good program skill in LabVIEW; and practical experience in serial communication and data acquisition programming. Familiar with serial communication, e.g., RS232/485, command protocol and structure.

Knowledge and hands-on experience in data processing and modeling may help our applications

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by December 31, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Intern / Student

Travel

No

Relocation Eligible

Yes

The 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. In 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.

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