2026 Fall Purchasing Co-op (Billerica, MA)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

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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. 

The Procurement / Supply Chain Co-op is responsible for supporting the procurement of parts and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance, verifying receipt of items, authorizing payment, and managing and controlling inventory. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented student who would like to work with a talented team of professionals in the challenging environment of the semiconductor industry.

You will join a cohort of students serving in vital roles in all areas of Engineering and Operations at ASMPT NEXX. You will participate in monthly co-op events including lunch with the company president, a career panel, and final presentations.

Key Responsibilities and Duties / Essential Functions:

• Maintain responsibility for the procurement of materials to support both production and aftermarket sales, as well as for engineering projects for NPI
• Generate quotations for components and assemblies
• Create and maintain purchase orders, expedite deliveries, verify all transactions and ensure proper financial authorization before the order is placed
• Track purchase orders and notify supply chain planning team of any material issues and shipment delays, while ensuring a timely resolution with the supplier
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and production
• Lead total cost of ownership reduction efforts and identify and drive best practices to achieve cost reductions
• Support and manage supplier negotiations and identification and integration of new suppliers
• Perform all other essential related duties as assigned
  

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

Compensation:

$26/hr

Additional Information

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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.