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:
Linkou,TWN, Taichung,TWNYou’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.
This role is open to new college graduates (NCGs) and includes a structured 6-month on-the-job training program in Linkou, followed by a permanent assignment in Taichung.
Key Responsibilities
Independently or as part of a team, contacts/visits existing and/or prospective customers.
Identifies customer needs and assists in developing and implementing sales strategies
Assists in customer demonstrations with product business group representatives
Communicate and present Applied Materials’ product roadmaps and capabilities to the customer, as well as communicating and presenting the customer’s technology needs to product business group representatives
Assists in preparing product pricing quotes and documentation needed to book an order. May assist in negotiating final pricing.
Conducts follow-up on accounts receivables
Maintains appropriate coverage and documentation for all assigned customers. Maintains summaries of customer visits. Develops customer specific action plans and completes them on a timely basis.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities
Business Expertise
- Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
Leadership
- No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members
Problem Solving
- Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents
Impact
- Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains complex information to others in straightforward situation
Qualifications
- Recent Master's degree graduates with less than one year of work experience, including candidates who have completed mandatory military service within the past year, are encouraged to apply.
- Preferred candidates possess a combination of technical and business education, such as an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, or Industrial Engineering (IE), followed by a Master's degree in Business, Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data and convert insights into business actions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence diverse audiences.
- TOEIC score of 800 or above with strong English communication skills.
- Proactive, outgoing, and customer-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, projects, internships, or extracurricular activities is a plus.
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools and presentation development platforms is preferred.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
New College GradTravel:
Yes, 25% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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.
Skills Required
- Recent master's degree graduate with less than one year of work experience
- Technical and business education, preferably an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, or Industrial Engineering followed by a master's degree in Business, Management, or a related field
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data and convert insights into business actions
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence diverse audiences
- TOEIC score of 800 or above with strong English communication skills
- Proactive, outgoing, customer-oriented, and interpersonal skills
- Leadership experience through student organizations, projects, internships, or extracurricular activities
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools and presentation development platforms
- Ability to complete six months of on-the-job training in Linkou followed by permanent assignment in Taichung
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
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