Applied Materials Korea (CEO Kwang-sun Park), a global leader in materials engineering solutions, is contributing to the development of the domestic semiconductor industry by hiring new employees.

Applied Materials announced on the 7th that it is recruiting new hardware engineers, new process engineers, and interns. Applications will be accepted through the Applied Materials website until November 20th.

Applied has been realizing the potential of our customers’ technological innovations for over 55 years, with the vision of creating a better future through innovation. Applied’s advanced semiconductor and display technologies are the foundation of technology megatrends such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Hardware engineers are responsible for the overall operation of cutting-edge semiconductor and display systems, including installation and performance improvement. Bachelor's degree holders (including those expected to graduate) are welcome to apply. Process engineers develop manufacturing processes with customers to accelerate new semiconductor technology innovations. Master's degree holders (including those expected to graduate) are welcome to apply.

Applied Materials is also recruiting process engineer experiential interns for young people who wish to pursue a career in the semiconductor industry. The internship is open to undergraduate students (expected to graduate in August 2024 and February 2025) who will be able to experience the job of an applied process engineer for one month starting in January 2024.

Detailed information, including application qualifications, duties, and hiring procedures for new engineers and interns, can be found on the Applied website.

Park Kwang-sun, CEO of Applied Materials Korea, said, “Applied has grown alongside the Korean semiconductor and display industries for over 34 years, and we are actively discovering and hiring young talent and contributing to strengthening Korea’s technology ecosystem.” He added, “We have the most amazing technology in the world. We look forward to meeting talented individuals who are passionate about technological innovation and who will create a better future together with employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.”

Applied Materials Korea, which has over 2,000 employees in 12 business sites nationwide, including Bundang, Hwaseong, Pyeongtaek, Icheon, and Cheonan, has hired hundreds of excellent domestic talents over the past few years. It was selected as the 'Best Company for Employment in Korea' by the Ministry of Employment and Labor in 2020, 2022, and 2023, and was certified as a good company to work for this year. It also won the 'Comprehensive ESG Award' at the '2023 K-ESG Management Awards' sponsored by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, the Ministry of Environment, and the Fair Trade Commission.

Applied Korea operates various systems to balance work and life, such as a flexible work schedule, early leave system, and professional counseling support for employees and their families. It is working to strengthen employee capabilities by conducting joint talent development programs through collaboration with customers and semiconductor-related organizations, and introducing specialized job competency development programs in conjunction with the U.S. headquarters.