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Process Operator Co Op Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

$21.25 - $28.50/hr

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: Career Program All Job Posting Locations: Santa Clara ... Collect, analyze, & report process data. * Collaborate with external and internal suppliers to ...

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Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: Career Program All Job Posting Locations: Santa Clara ... Collect, analyze, & report process data. * Collaborate with external and internal suppliers to ...

Understanding of Process or Manufacturing Systems * Co-op Experience * Electrical or Process Knowledge * Technologies Used: * DCS, PLCs, Rockwell, Siemens, Emerson, Schneider, Inductive, Aveva

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Understanding of Process or Manufacturing Systems * Co-op Experience * Electrical or Process Knowledge * Technologies Used: * DCS, PLCs, Rockwell, Siemens, Emerson, Schneider, Inductive, Aveva

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Understanding of Process or Manufacturing Systems * Co-op Experience * Electrical or Process Knowledge * Technologies Used: * DCS, PLCs, Rockwell, Siemens, Emerson, Schneider, Inductive, Aveva

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How much do process operator co op jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for process operator co op in California is $20.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Process Operator Co Op vs Process Technician?

AspectProcess Operator Co OpProcess Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingHigh school diploma; technical certification or associate degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, manufacturing facilities, chemical or oil & gas plantsSimilar industrial settings, often more focused on troubleshooting and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed as a temporary or internship role for students or entry-level workersFull-time role with more responsibility for process control and troubleshooting

The Process Operator Co Op is typically an entry-level, temporary position aimed at students gaining industry experience, while a Process Technician is a full-time role with greater responsibility for maintaining and troubleshooting industrial processes. Both roles are common in manufacturing, chemical, and oil & gas industries, but they differ in scope and career progression.

What are the most commonly searched types of Process Operator jobs in California?

The most popular types of Process Operator jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Process Operator Co Op jobs?

Cities in California with the most Process Operator Co Op job openings:

Infographic showing various Process Operator Co Op job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,408 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

2027 PhD Research Engineering Intern/Co-op

Advanced Micro Devices , Inc.

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago


Advanced Micro Devices rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 161 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

AMD Research Engineering Intern/Co-Op

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we'll advance your career.

As an AMD intern and co-op, you'll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You'll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real-world experience on projects that impact millions of end-users worldwide. Whether you're an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter—and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.

Location: San Jose, CA or Santa Clara, CA

Onsite/Hybrid: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), in either a hybrid or onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term

Duration:

  • Spring/Summer Co-op: January 25, 2027 - August 13, 2027
  • Summer Internship:
    • Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
    • Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027
  • Summer/Fall Co-op:
    • Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - December 10, 2027
    • Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - December 10, 2027

What You Will Be Doing:

AMD Research is an entrepreneurial research organization with a strong background of driving research innovations into AMD products. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Engineering intern/co-op to join our team. In this role-

  • We will train and enable you to invent the hardware and software technologies of next generation computing platforms
  • We will encourage you to contribute to an environment that has the potential to directly impact product roadmaps and to help build our future products
  • We will assign responsibilities that will enable product development and help improve their performance and efficiency

Who We Are Looking For:

  • You are currently enrolled in a US based University in a PhD program majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • If you have knowledge or experience with any of the following technical skills (or related areas) and are enthusiastic about this role, we strongly encourage you to apply –
    • C/C++, Verilog HDL, Python, P4, ML frameworks, /C++, Java, MATLAB, Go
    • Research experience and publications in related areas (e.g., computing systems, networking, hardware/software co-design, machine learning)
    • FPGA or ASIC-based RTL design and verification, FPGA deployment and programming, FPGA based acceleration of cloud applications, programmable data plane, machine learning training on GPUs
    • Distributed systems, data center networking, high performance computing, and distributed machine learning training
    • ML frameworks such as PyTorch and/or TensorFlow

Note: By submitting your application, you are indicating your interest in AMD intern positions. We are recruiting for multiple positions, and if your experience aligns with any of intern opportunities, a recruiter will contact you.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.


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