Internship Program Manager

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

Salary:

$133,500.00 - $183,500.00

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. 

Position Summary

• The Internship Program Manager leads the strategy, design, delivery, and continuous improvement of a scalable internship program that attracts, develops, and converts emerging talent. Partnering with business leaders, Talent Acquisition, HR, and regional teams, this role delivers a consistent, high-impact experience aligned with workforce priorities. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking, program management, operational discipline, and data-driven decision-making. 

• Key Responsibilities

• Internship Program Strategy & Leadership
  • Develop and execute an internship strategy aligned with business, workforce, and early talent priorities.
  • Build a scalable global framework that balances enterprise consistency with regional needs.
  • Aligning internship demand with new college graduate hiring forecasts and critical skill needs.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement through data, benchmarking, trends, and stakeholder feedback.
• Program Design & Operational Excellence
  • Own the end-to-end program lifecycle, from pre-boarding through program completion.
  • Standardize processes, milestones, tools, communications, and operating procedures.
  • Lead annual planning, timelines, resources, budgets, and operational readiness across locations.
  • Manage compliance and operational risk while improving efficiency through technology and automation.
• Intern Development, Engagement & Experience
  • Design development experiences that build technical, professional, and organizational capabilities.
  • Partner with managers to provide meaningful, business-aligned projects and consistent feedback.
  • Foster an inclusive experience that strengthens intern satisfaction and the employer brand.
• Intern Conversion & Talent Pipeline Development
  • Standardize performance evaluations and talent identification to support conversion decisions.
  • Track conversion and retention outcomes, address barriers, and improve program ROI.
  • Partner with University Recruiting as needed to support on-campus recruiting events.
  • Support virtual events and webinars that extend Applied's reach to student talent pools.
• Stakeholder Management & Business Partnership
  • Build leadership alignment, engagement, and sponsorship for the program.
  • Equip managers with guidance, tools, and training to improve intern outcomes.
•  Analytics, Performance & Continuous Improvement
  • Define and manage program KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, and executive reporting.
  • Evaluate satisfaction, conversion, retention, cost efficiency, and operational performance.
  • Use feedback, benchmarking, and post-program reviews to identify opportunities.
  • Translate insights into measurable improvements in quality, scalability, and business impact.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, early career programs, or enterprise program management, including 5+ years leading internship, early career, or complex cross-functional programs.
• Knowledge of university recruiting, early career workforce planning, and intern conversion strategies.
• Proven success designing and scaling programs across business units and regions.
• Strong strategic planning, project management, risk management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Experience using data and analytics to assess performance and guide decisions.
• Excellent executive communication, presentation, relationship management, and influencing skills in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Ability to travel to Applied sites and university campuses to support intern programs and campus recruiting events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading global or multi-regional internship programs in a technology, engineering, manufacturing, or semiconductor organization.
• Experience with talent development, onboarding, mentoring, engagement, and change management.
• Familiarity with talent acquisition technology, HR systems, surveys, and reporting dashboards.
• Financial acumen in budgeting, resource planning, and ROI measurement.
• Project management or human resources certification is a plus.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

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.