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2027 Computational Beamline / Plasma Scientist Summer Intern - MS or PhD (Gloucester, MA)

Applied Materials

Gloucester, MAFull-time$41–50/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$41–50/hr
Location
Gloucester, MA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Applied Materials’ Ion Implantation Business Unit seeks a summer 2027 intern to investigate semiconductor processing tools and support plasma processing tool development. The intern will analyze results, present scientific conclusions, and lead small design projects focused on beamline and plasma source optimization. The role is intended for a student pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant field.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Numerical InvestigationResults AnalysisScientific PresentationBeamline OptimizationPlasma Source OptimizationIon Beam TransportMagnet DesignPlasma ModelingQuick Learning

Qualifications

MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Related FieldGPA 3.0+

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

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:

Gloucester,MA

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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) .

Applied Materials’ Ion Implantation Business Unit is searching for an intern to join our team in summer 2027! Our group works on developing plasma processing tools in ion implantation, dry etch, deposition and material modification. The position will entail the following:

  • Perform numerical investigations of elements of semiconductor processing tools using commercial and in-house software.

  • Analyze obtained results, draw scientific conclusions, and present at internal meetings.

  • Lead small design projects involving beamline and plasma source optimization.

2027 Summer internship program start/end date:

Monday, May 24 - Friday, August 13

Requirements

  • Student must be pursuing a M.S. or Ph.D. program in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

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

  • Experience in ion beam transport, magnet design or plasma modeling preferred.

  • Quick learner.

Compensation

$41 - $50 per hour

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection. ****

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Intern / Student

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 6,567 open Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$41–50/hr
  • Massachusetts median$22–29/hr81 hourly ranges
  • US median$22–29/hr3,341 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $45.50/hr, is 72% above the Massachusetts median midpoint ($27/hr) — in the top quarter of Intern hourly ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 143 open Intern jobs in Massachusetts and 6,567 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
Intern postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 3 years (258 postings).
Education
3,563 of the 6,567 open Intern jobs (54%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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