Electrical and Optical Systems Intern - Silicon Validation Engineer, Interim Engineering Intern - Hardware

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Role Overview 

The High-Speed Interfaces Silicon Validation team is looking for a co-op student to join our team to support the lab testing activities for our ultra-high-speed (100Gbps+) network communication devices.  Be part of a fast moving, enthusiastic, and dynamic team made up of validation, application, system, and mixed signal design engineers.  This is a unique opportunity to work in the lab to grow your hardware and software skills, work with the industry’s latest lab equipment, and contribute to the development of next-generation technology.

Responsibilities may include:

As a co-op student, you will be working in a team environment assisting in the characterization and validation of ultra-high-speed interfaces, referred to Serial - De-serializer (SerDes) transceivers in System-on-Chip (SOC) designs for electrical and optical applications.

• Bleeding Edge Technology: You will be involved with the electrical and/or optical characterization activities of next generation products targeted for AI and data center applications
• State-of-the-Art Lab: Work with the latest instrumentation and equipment available in industry to build complex test fixtures in a modern lab space
• Innovative Environment: Leverage analytical and creative thinking to develop robust tests solutions to meet evolving industry standards such as IEEE 802.3, OIF, and applicable multi-standard agreements (MSA)
• Software & Automation Skills: Take charge in developing scripts and tools for device configuration, test routines, instrumentation control, and data collection

Minimum Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Python and object-oriented programming concepts; experience developing or maintaining software tools is a strong asset
• Experience using Git or other version control software is a plus
• Interest or experience in working with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, BERTs, signal analyzers, VNAs, AWGs, VOAs, OSAs, and power meters
• No prior experience with SerDes is required but an interest in high-speed interfaces is valued

Education Requirements:

• In study towards a bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Science, Computer Science, or related field

• For 16-month internships: must be available May/June 2027 - August/September 2028

• Expected graduation date of November 2028 or later.

• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc

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Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. You’ll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success. To round out your internship, we host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive housing stipend to accommodate for the duration of your internship. 

Application Process 

We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you. Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to evaluate their technical skill set. 

Export Control Notice 

This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries (see current country list below – subject to change). Qualcomm, like other companies, is experiencing significant delays in the export license process. Please be advised that if an export license is required, you may not be able to start work with Qualcomm until the license is granted, which may impact your ability to participate in the internship.

Countries requiring export: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Cuba, Georgia, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Libya, Macau, Moldova, Mongolia, Nicaragua, North Korea, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.