Following are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about employment at Applied Materials. If you have specific questions about our college and internship/co-op programs, please visit FAQs for College to Corporate Development Program or FAQs for the Internship/Co-op Program.
HOW TO APPLY
What is the best way to apply for a job at Applied Materials?
We highly recommend that you create a Résumé Profile first. The Résumé Profile allows you to input your specific job preferences. Your job preferences are matched against open positions. Each time you logon to your Résumé Profile, you can access the "Show jobs matching my profile" link to see which jobs match your desired preferences. Please click here to view a list of locations, links, and instructions for applying online.
What should I have prepared prior to applying on-line?
It's highly recommended that you have a complete electronic copy of your résumé available before you logon. This will make the application process so much faster. Once you create your new Résumé Profile, make sure you write down your username and password as you will need this information each time you access your résumé information or apply to positions.
What is the difference between creating a Résumé Profile and applying to a specific job opening?
A Résumé Profile is a non-req specific application. It contains your desired job preferences which enables the system to match you to job openings ongoing. It's highly suggested that you complete your Résumé Profile before you apply to specific positions. When you apply directly to positions, your application will be instantly visible to the recruiters and hiring managers who are responsible for the job opening. We encourage you to use our Advanced Search feature to look for positions.
How long will the on-line application take to complete?
The application process should take less than 5 minutes to complete if you have an electronic copy of your résumé prepared in advance prior to creating your Résumé Profile on-line.
Can I attach a résumé/CV in a different language?
Yes, you can attach résumés/CVs in any language provided they are in Microsoft Word.doc or .PDF formats.
SEARCHING FOR JOBS
How do I search for available openings?
There are two ways to search. You can use the Basic Search feature and search based on Job Function, Location, and Keyword. Advanced Search enables you to search on additional fields (job type, job level, shift, and travel) for a more refined search.
What is the best way to search for a position?
We suggest searching based on job function, location, and/or by job type.
How can I search for college or internship positions?
Visit our College / Internship Career section.
If I can't find an internship in my area, can I still apply?
Yes, you can submit a Résumé Profile. Within your profile fields, you'll need to make sure you list your job type preference as "Internship".
How often are the jobs updated?
Jobs are updated daily so check back at our Career Site frequently.
How long will my application remain active?
Your application will remain active in our database depending upon local country rules.
How do I search for specific positions? (ie solar, thin films, ETCH)
With the keyword section, type in the keywords, solar, ETCH to locate these words in the job title, job description, and qualifications.
RESUME PROFILE
How do I update my Résumé Profile?
You must logon to your Résumé Profile. You will need to know your username and password.
Can I submit an attached file of my résumé/CV? Which formats?
Yes, you can attach a copy of your résumé/CV. Microsoft Word.doc or .PDF files are acceptable.
In which language can I apply in?
When filling out the on-line application fields, we recommend that you fill this out in English. If you'd like to attach a résumé in a different language, you can do this, any language résumé attachments
If I change my email address, should I create a new account with my new email address?
No, we recommend that you update your email address vs create a new record.
How do I change my email address?
Logon to your candidate profile using your username and password. Within the email address field on your application form, update your email address and save your file.
If I have multiple experience, can I customize a different résumé/CV for each job opening?
Yes, the résumé within your résumé profile acts as your "default" résumé/CV whenever you apply to a specific job opening. You have the ability to change the résumé for each job opening by changing the text of the résumé for the job opening or deleting any old attached résumés/CVs and replacing it with a job specific résumé/CV
Once I've applied on-line, can I still change/update my data?
Yes, you can update your résumé profile at anytime by logging onto your résumé profile on-line. You can change or update information by re-applying to the job opening. You can only do this if the job opening is still open. Once a job opening is filled, cancelled, or put On Hold, it will no longer be accessible to you.
How do I update my résumé?
Logon to your résumé profile using your username and password. If you have your résumé in the text box, you can delete the résumé and replace it with a new résumé. If you have your résumé as an attached file, you will need to delete the old file and re-attached the new file with your updated résumé/CV.
Will I be considered for other positions other than the one that I applied for?
Yes, once you are in our database, you can be considered for any job openings that you've applied to but recruiters can also search for candidates and match them to qualified positions.
LOGON
How do I create a username?
You will need to register as a new user. You will be asked to create a username and password. It's important to write down your username and password as you will need this each time you update your candidate profile or apply to requisitions.
Can I change my username?
You will need to be able to access your résumé profile before you can modify your username within the Login Information. If you change your username, you will also be asked to change your password.
What if I forgot my username?
Within the Login page, under Returning User, click on the Forgot Username link. Type in the email address that you created your account under and click on the "Validate" button. If a valid email exists, it will then ask you your security question, if you get the security question correct, it will then give you your username and ask you to create a new password.
What if I forgot my security question?
Email to career opportunity support. Give them the email address that you think you created your account under and we can try to lookup your username and reset your password.
Can I change my security question? Can I change my security answer?
Yes,you will need to be able to access your candidate record before you can modify your security question within the Login Information.
How can I change my password? What do I do if I forgot my password?
Within the Login Page, type in your username and click onto the Forgot Password link, it will then ask you for your security question, if you answer this correctly, it will then enable you to change your password.
What do I do if I get locked out of the system?
If you get locked out of the system, send and email to career opportunity support and they should be able to assist you.
Who do I contact if I get an error message?
Send an email to career opportunity support and they should be able to assist you.
What do I do if the system states that I already have a valid record in the database?
Email career opportunity support. Provide the email address that you think you created your account under and we can try to lookup your username and reset your password.
CORRESPONDENCE
What happens to my application once I apply?
Once you apply, your application will be saved directly into our staffing database.
After applying on-line, how can I contact the hiring manager or recruiter?
You can not contact the recruiter or hiring manager. If you qualifications match their requirements then they will contact you directly.
How can I be notified of future openings?
If you created a candidate profile, you can logon to your profile and then search for jobs. At the top of the job list, if there are requisitions matching your job preferences, a link will appear, "Show jobs matching my profile". Click on the link to view openings.
How can I apply to telecommuting positions?
There isn't a way to search on telecommuting positions. If telecommuting is allowed, it may be stated within the job description
What does it mean when a job openings listed as located "Anywhere"?
These jobs are not geographically specific and can literally be performed Anywhere.
How will I know if my information was received successfully?
You should receive a Congratulations message at the end of your application process.
SUPPORT
Who do I contact if I have user logon problems?
Email career opportunity support.
Is there a timeout feature for the application process, if so how long?
There is a 30 minute timeout feature if the application is left unattended.
What if I get timed out?
Open a new browser and re-logon.
If I applied to a job opening in error, how can I delete my application?
Email career opportunity support.
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