Supply Chain Buyer Intern

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 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.

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 and presentation preparation, supplier management, quarterly business reviews, supplier capacity reviews
• Performing Buyer functions, including creating, re-scheduling, and cancelling POs per MRP
• Calling suppliers to get material status and expedite material
• Resolving Accounts Payable issues related to PO invoice and receipt discrepancies
• Finding alternate/emergency sources for material
• Providing material delivery updates directly to factory stakeholders and leadership
• Mitigating excess POs and inventory through supplier negotiations
• Performing 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 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 time

Employee Type: Intern / Student

Travel: No

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.

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.