Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern- Bachelor's/Master's (Santa Clara, CA)

## Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Hardware Engineering team. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on the development, analysis, testing, and improvement of semiconductor equipment and subsystems. The intern will gain hands-on experience in mechanical design, product development, experimental validation, and failure analysis while contributing to real-world engineering projects that impact customer performance and product reliability.

## Key Responsibilities

Work as a Mechanical Design Engineer of Critical Chamber Hardware of Capital Equipment Product Lines, with following additional responsibilities:

• ​ Support mechanical design and development activities for semiconductor manufacturing equipment and related hardware.
• Assist in creating and modifying 3D CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Design and execute engineering experiments, collect and analyze data, and present findings to project teams.
• Participate in prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
• Conduct root cause investigations and support failure analysis efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and suppliers.
• Contribute to design reviews and recommend improvements for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate project results and recommendations.

## Preferred Technical Skills

• Fundamentals of mechanics, materials, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and machine design.
• Experience with CAD software such as Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar platforms.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and engineering simulation tools.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, or data analytics is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

## Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Available for a full-time internship during the summer or designated internship period.
• Strong interest in product design, mechanical systems, and semiconductor manufacturing technologies.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by December 31, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

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### Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

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### Travel:

No

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### Relocation Eligible:

Yes

### Referral Payment Plan:

None

Applied 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.