I applied online. I interviewed at Applied Materials
Interview
Talked about details in PhD research, some technical questions.more focus on small details like the real hands on experience. Spended some time to explain what are they working on. Overall it was a pleasant interview. Discussed some plasma related details like how to form plasma and what is in it. Not too many unexpected questions. first interview
I applied on Tuesday and received a response from the hiring manager that same afternoon. We scheduled a 30-minute interview for Wednesday, which went very well. To my surprise, I received a verbal offer on Thursday. The entire process moved incredibly quickly, going from application to offer in just three days.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you please describe your weakness and strength
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Applied Materials (Santa Clara, CA) in Aug 2025
Interview
HR contacted me and arranged a meeting with the hiring manager. I had a 30-minute interview where, after introducing myself, I was asked mostly behavioral questions. Unfortunately, I haven’t received any feedback since then.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to convince others when you have different opinions?
1st round is phone screen by the manager.
2nd round has a 20min presentation+ one to one interviews with 3 engineers in the team and with the manager. all remotely
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you solve problem? Why you are interested in semiconductor industry? How do you think about doing low value thing vs high value things