Summer 2027 Supply Chain Materials Project Manager Intern- Master's (Austin, TX)
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- Location
- Austin,TX, United States of America
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Internship
- Education
- Master
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
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:
Austin,TXYou’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.
Position Overview
Applied Materials’ Global Supply Chain Department is searching for interns to join our team in summer 2027! 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
Summer intern responsibilities may include:
Completing supplier request for quotations (RFQs)
Working with suppliers on obsolescence compliance and training
Preparing supplier profiles for presenting to management
Performing part analytics to ensure parts are assigned to the proper commodity family
Interacting with Suppliers on cost reduction opportunities
Supporting Supplier Account Managers in various tasks including meeting & presentation preparation, supplier management, quarterly business reviews, supplier capacity reviews
Perform Buyer functions, including: Creating, re-scheduling, and cancelling POs per MRP
Call suppliers to get material status and expedite material
Resolve Accounts Payable issues related to PO invoice and receipt discrepancies
Find alternate/emergency sources for material
Provide material delivery updates directly to factory stakeholders and leadership
Mitigate excess POs and inventory through supplier negotiations
Perform MRP and Spend Analytics looking for optimization of business practice
Requirements
Student must be pursuing a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related major
Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
Ability to problem-solve creatively and analytically
Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
Excellent listening, writing, quantitative, qualitative and oral communication skills
Data analytics skills (E.g. advanced excel, working with multiple data sets)
Desire for continuous learning and improvement
Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture
Candidates must have valid work authorization for the duration of the internship period to be considered for this role. We do not offer visa sponsorship under this role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by October 31, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Intern / StudentTravel:
NoRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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 [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.
