United States, California, Manufacturing Operator jobs

What We Offer

Applied Materials’ Additive Manufacturing Team is searching for an intern to join our team in Summer 2026! The team works to develop and test components and processes to further Applied Material’s standing in the semiconductor industry. The position will entail the following:

• Working with other engineers, supporting measurement and analysis efforts associated with Additive Manufacturing design.
• Develop a GUI to control a test stand
• Design and order fixtures for the test stand as needed
• Write procedures or test plans for data collection as needed
• Completing a research project that will expand best known methods. Publish articles on Applied Wiki (internal online encyclopedia).
• Weekly meetings with supervisor to review status of assigned projects.
• Assisting with other Team projects, tasks, and activities.

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Experience with CAD software, Creo preferred
• Experience with additive manufacturing preferred
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing preferred
• Quick learner
  

2026 Summer Internship program start/end dates:

$31 - $41 per hour

Shift:Weekend Shift: Friday – Sunday, 7am – 7:30pm (12 hours x 3 days)

Role Responsibilities:

• Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components)

• Work under moderate supervision to perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs

• Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available; inspect parts for defects; troubleshoot and improve processes

• Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies and components

• Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details; perform computer programming, repair or software installs, if needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma

• 1–2 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience

• Ability to follow standard operation procedures (written and verbal)

• Knowledge of basic hand tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Associate’s degree or technical education, certifications or trainings

• A willingness to expand your skills within ananalytical/scientificmethod or operational process

• Solid analytical skills, and an ability to problem-solve using established operating procedures or scientific methods

• ASSEET

• BSEET (DeVry, TSTC)

This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Role Responsibilities:

• Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components)

• Work under moderate supervision to perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs

• Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available; inspect parts for defects; troubleshoot and improve processes

• Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies and components

• Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details; perform computer programming, repair or software installs, if needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma

• 1–2 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience

• Ability to follow standard operation procedures (written and verbal)

• Knowledge of basic hand tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Associate’s degree or technical education, certifications or trainings

• A willingness to expand your skills within ananalytical/scientificmethod or operational process

• Solid analytical skills, and an ability to problem-solve using established operating procedures or scientific methods

• ASSEET

• BSEET (DeVry, TSTC)

This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Job Description:

Job Description:
This job is responsible for operating insertion and printing equipment at a basic proficiency level for processing customer correspondence mailings. Key responsibilities include being production and quality focused in alignment with 5S Lean methodology and working in a high volume and demanding physical production environment. Job expectations include monitoring and executing on production plans by operating high speed manufacturing equipment.

• Operates insertion and printing equipment at a basic proficiency level while meeting production and quality standards under supervision
• Oversees machine set-up and inspects parts with precision prior to production initiating
• Stands for long periods and is able to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds as required
• Executes routine quality inspections of printed and inserted material for accuracy and integrity
• Completes paperwork and day-to-day tasks in compliance with all policies, procedures, safety regulations, and 5S principles
• Communicates with department peers, supervisors, vendor representatives, and other departments to work effectively in a team environment
• Cross-trains on multiple pieces of equipment and in reconcilement functions as required

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Active Listening
• Adaptability
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Innovative Thinking
• Written Communications