Summer Mechanical Engineer Intern (BS or MS)

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring Mechanical Engineer Interns for its Continuous Improvement program and Ion Source Development Group in Gloucester, MA. The internship runs from Monday, May 24 to Friday, August 13, 2027, and offers hands-on experience in the semiconductor equipment industry.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine assignments aligned with entry-level professional engineering roles.
• Apply fundamental mechanical engineering theories, principles and concepts.
• Develop competence through structured work assignments and guided learning.
• Solve routine or standard engineering problems using established procedures.
• Learn and use the company's engineering change control system.
• Design and create new parts for prototype testing.
• Optimize and improve existing components to reduce cost and enhance performance.
• Present findings and results in a collaborative group setting.
• Work under instruction and guidance while showing self-driven, hands-on initiative.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale).
• Experience in semiconductor processing or manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Creo and Ansys is a plus but not required.

What we offer

• Pay of $31-$41 per hour.
• Full-time internship with travel of about 10% of the time.
• Relocation eligibility.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible bonus and stock award participation depending on eligibility.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may close early due to application volume or candidate selection.