Software Development Summer Trainee

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

Location:

Kirkkonummi,FIN

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. 

We are looking for a Summer Trainee in Software Automation to support our software and automation teams in testing and validating industrial equipment software. In this role, you will work hands-on with simulators, PLC software, and hardware validation, gaining practical experience in real production-grade systems used in high-tech equipment.

You will support testing of software packages on simulators, help identify and fix PLC-related issues, and participate in hardware validation and debugging activities under guidance from experienced engineers.

Key responsibilities: 

• Execute software testing on simulator environments for industrial equipment software
• Support PLC testing and debugging, including identifying root causes of issues
• Assist in fixing PLC logic issues under supervision
• Participate in hardware validation activities together with software and automation engineers
• Analyze test results and help document findings, defects, and test outcomes
• Support integration testing between software, PLC, and hardware
• Follow existing testing processes and contribute to improving test coverage and quality

Required skills and background:

• Ongoing studies in Automation Engineering, Software Engineering or a related technical field
• Basic understanding of PLC concepts (e.g. ladder logic, function blocks, state machines)
• Interest in software testing, automation, and industrial systems
• Basic programming or scripting skills (e.g. structured text, C/C++, or similar) are an advantage
• Ability to work systematically and carefully with technical details
• Good communication skills in English

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Intern / Student

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.