AR/VR Unity Developer Intern

Job Description

About the Job

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions crucial for producing virtually every new chip and advanced display worldwide. We specialize in designing, building, and servicing cutting-edge equipment that empowers our customers to manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the foundational “brains” of the devices we interact with daily. As a cornerstone of the global electronics industry, Applied Materials enables exciting technologies that truly connect our world, such as AI and IoT. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next-generation technology, we invite you to join us in delivering material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

• Location: Austin, TX
• You will thrive in a supportive work culture that actively encourages learning, development, and career growth as you tackle challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible, fostering continuous learning within a supportive, leading global company.
• Visit our Careers website to learn more.
• At Applied Materials, we prioritize the health and well-being of our employees. We are committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth, caring for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
• Learn more about our benefits.

TEAM OVERVIEW:

The AR/VR team is at the forefront of building cutting-edge training tools that seamlessly blend photorealistic 3D models, immersive VR environments, and hands-free AR guidance. We are responsible for creating interactive simulations used globally to help field engineers learn faster—whether through VR cleanroom training, hands-on HaptX experiences, or AR procedures that deliver real-time, step-by-step support. This is a fast-paced, highly collaborative group where new ideas rapidly transform into impactful, production-ready XR experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance skills in Unity 3D VR and AR development.
• Prototype and develop scalable AR/VR applications using Unity3D.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including designers, artists, and backend developers.
• Collaborate with other developers to define, design, and ship new features.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in AR/VR.
• Continuously learn and adapt to new tools and platforms.

Technical Skills

• Programming Language: Preferably C#
• Strong Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) knowledge with practical implementation experience.
• Good understanding of C language fundamentals.
• Proficiency in documenting code and technical specifications for easy reference and future development.
• Strong knowledge of Software Design Patterns with practical implementation and the ability to write decoupled code. (Theoretical knowledge alone will result in immediate rejection.)
• Factory
• Abstract Factory
• SRP (Single Responsibility Principle)
• Command
• Strategy
• IOC (Inversion of Control)
• State
• Generics
• Knowledge of REST API.
• Candidates with the below skills will be prioritized:
• Unity 3D Engine
• Unity 3D Latest Version
• Mono-behavior knowledge
• Lighting, Materials
• Unity URP/HDRP pipelines
• Rigid body, Colliders, and Physics Materials
• Git, GitHub, GitLab
• Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working with Azure DevOps or JIRA software for task management
• Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience on Hands-on VR

Requirements/Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• GPA requirements of 3.0 or above.

Application Details

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Please apply by February 28, 2026.
• Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Intern / Student
• Travel: Not specified in detail, but typically intern roles have limited travel.
• Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. (Note: This specific role is not a sales role, so the sales compensation detail may not directly apply, but is part of the general compensation policy.)

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.