Digital Systems Intern
Georgia Tech Research Institute
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- SpringMATLABCircuit designC++CLinux
- Work
- On-site in Smyrna · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- C++19%Circuit design15%MATLAB13%of 98 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 4, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Georgia Tech Research Institute's Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) seeks a student to join our Sensor Systems Engineering Division starting Spring 2027. You will assist Research Engineers in various system engineering tasks. Interest in Digital Signal Processing design and simulation, digital design and development, system engineering, electronic systems integration, and testing is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in projects/tasks including:
- Digital signal processing design and simulation with MATLAB.
- Digital system implementation with VHDL and FPGA hardware.
- Testing and characterization of Digital, Analog, and RF components and systems.
- Developing and executing automated test scripts in NI LabVIEW.
- Analyzing measured test data.
- Assembling and wiring custom modules and chassis.
- Generating schematics and PCB layout.
- Developing C/C++ code.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.
- Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit or 6+ credit hours for Part-time Intern.
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to research contracts.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
- Hours per week: 20-40.
- Housing and relocation assistance are not available.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in 1 or more programming languages.
- Task / team leadership experience.
- Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts.
- Familiarity with Linux and open source tools.
- Experience with configuration management tools.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas.