Summer 2027 Business Operations & Management Intern- Bachelor's (Santa Clara, CA)

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:

Santa Clara,CA

You’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. 

TEAM OVERVIEW:

• We are seeking an intern with programming experience and an interest in business operations, analytics, and data-driven problem solving. In this role, the intern will help analyze workflows and datasets, identify opportunities to improve efficiency, and develop practical tools, models, dashboards, or visualizations that support business process optimization and decision-making.
• Ideal candidates are curious, analytical thinkers who enjoy working at the intersection of data, technology, and business. Candidates should have experience with programming or data tools (e.g., Python, VBA, or similar), along with an interest in applying quantitative methods and practical solutions to real-world operational challenges. Strong communication skills and the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations are valued as much as coding ability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analysis of big data to generate insightful reports and visualizations
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather and interpret business requirements
• Develop and maintain automate processes for data collection and analysis
• Identify trends in data to provide actionable insights
• Support decision making processes by conducting thorough data analysis and presenting findings
• Manage key metrics reporting for organization

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Preferred: Python, R, VBA, Tableau

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• Pursing BS in Business/Management Science, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or related field

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by November 30, 2026. 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:

No

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 [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.