The hiring process at Applied Materials takes an average of 7 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Software Developer had the quickest hiring process (on average 7 days), whereas Software Developer roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 7 days).
I applied online. I interviewed at Applied Materials
Interview
Process took 20 days after application. The contact was first through phone screening process and then a phone interview to see if you match their position/group. Then a call and an email to confirm a meeting time that requires a 30 minute presentation, and 30 minute interview with 5 people all at once.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Applied Materials (Santa Clara, CA) in Jan 2014
Interview
Group interview followed with one on one interviews. Gave a presentation and answered questions. It was about my current research. Everyone is very friendly and smart. Questions to the point. They also briefly introduced their group and research, and ask me if I have any question.
I applied online. I interviewed at Applied Materials (San Jose, CA) in May 2012
Interview
Question regarding my academic background, explain my achievement, technical questions.
Why did you apply this job?
What is your status since I am OPT.
How much do you know about etching and lithography?
Since, I have professional degree, so it is not hard to answer these things.
Mostly, they show what skillset I have, what equipment I handled before, what background I have.