Who We Are

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. 

What We Offer

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. 

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Position Overview

Applied Materials’ Global Supply Chain Department is searching for interns to join our team in summer 2026! Interns will work in the Global Supply Chain group for 12 weeks supporting Supplier Account Managers, Procurement/Materials Managers and Supply Chain Analytics. Supplier Account Managers are responsible for supplier selection, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and creating and executing commodity strategies. Procurement and Materials Managers are responsible for ensuring timely delivery of materials to our factories while meeting cost and quality targets.

Responsibilities

Completing supplier request for quotations (RFQs)Working with suppliers on obsolescence compliance and trainingPreparing supplier profiles for presenting to managementPerforming part analytics to ensure parts are assigned to the proper commodity familyInteracting with Suppliers on cost reduction opportunitiesSupporting Supplier Account Managers in various tasks including meeting & presentation preparation, supplier management, quarterly business reviews, supplier capacity reviewsPerform Buyer functions, including: Creating, re-scheduling, and cancelling POs per MRPCall suppliers to get material status and expedite materialResolve Accounts Payable issues related to PO invoice and receipt discrepanciesFind alternate/emergency sources for materialProvide material delivery updates directly to factory stakeholders and leadershipMitigate excess POs and inventory through supplier negotiationsPerform MRP and Spend Analytics looking for optimization of business practice

Requirements

Student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related majorStudent must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scaleAbility to problem-solve creatively and analyticallyCommitment to quality and customer satisfactionExcellent listening, writing, quantitative, qualitative and oral communication skillsData analytics skills (E.g. advanced excel, working with multiple data sets)Desire for continuous learning and improvementFlexible and adaptable  mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by October 31, 2025. 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 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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, 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.