What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Fall Particle Science Co-op (Adv Degree) - Gloucester, MA position at Applied Materials?
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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.
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Applied Materials’ Ion Implant Particle Science group is searching for a coop to join our team for Fall 2025! We are a small group working across several products to improve our understanding of the particle formation and transport mechanisms and thus our ability to control particles and improve yields in our semiconductor process tools. The position will entail the following:
- Assist with particle experiments including tool preparation, interpreting designed experiment test plans, shepherding wafers.
- If necessary, design 3-dimensional (relatively simple) structures for the tool test.
- Analyzing data from particle experiments using Python, MATLAB, Excel, JMP and/or other environments.
- Presenting conclusions to the team and larger group - preparing graphs, summaries, and data presentations.
- Working with the team in building a particle library from the vast amount of historical data, which requires a great diligence and organizing skills. Detailed instruction will be provided during the interview process.
- Working with the team to define the most effective designed experiments.
- Co-op Dates: August 2025 – January 2026
- On-site, Gloucester, MA
Requirements
- Student must be pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.d in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics 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.
- Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics and an interest in advanced statistical analysis.
- Capable for 3-dimensional design works such as Solidworks, Auto CAD or a related software.
- Diligent person with a good organizing skill.
- Experience in handy-on experiments preferred.
- Good communication skills.
Compensation
$36 - $47 per hour
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and education level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
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YesApplied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.
Salary : $36 - $47
