Industrial Engineering Intern

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. 

At 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. 

TEAM OVERVIEW:

• The FabVantage 360 and Industrial Engineering team support strategic initiatives focused on customer operational excellence, tool process improvement, data analysis, and reporting across engineering and service organizations. The team works closely with engineers, project managers, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, enhanced visibility into key metrics, and streamlined business processes. The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting real-world engineering and operations projects while developing valuable technical and analytical skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support engineering and operations teams through data collection, analysis, and reporting activities
• Create and maintain reports, presentations, and documentation using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Analyze operational and engineering data to identify trends, opportunities, and process improvement recommendations
• Develop or enhance simple Python scripts to automate repetitive data processing and reporting tasks
• Assist with documenting business processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures
• Support project teams by organizing data, preparing status reports, and tracking action items
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute recommendations for process optimization
• Assist in creating executive-level presentations and visual summaries of project results
• Support ad-hoc analysis requests from engineering and management teams

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Basic AI prompt engineering skills
• Experience with GenAI tools (e.g. Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT)
• Basic programming knowledge with Python, SQL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize, analyze, and present data effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Familiarity with databricks, Power BI or Tableau preferred
• Knowledge of data visualization best practices
• Understanding process improvement methodologies
• Experience working with engineering, manufacturing, or operations-related data

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint through coursework, projects, internships, or extracurricular activities
• Interest in data analysis, process improvement, and engineering operations
• Ability to work onsite in Santa Clara, California during the internship period

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:

No

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.