Hardware Engineering Internship

About the Role

The Hardware (CPU, GPU, SoC, Digital Design, DV) Engineering Internship – Summer 2027 at Qualcomm offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation technologies. Interns will work on multi-disciplinary teams, pushing boundaries and establishing new standards in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on one of Qualcomm's multi-disciplinary teams including:
• System (architecture, modeling, power, thermal, silicon profiling)
• Front-end Design (micro-architecture, modeling, RTL)
• Implementation (synthesis & timing constraints)
• Design-for-Test (DFT)
• Physical Design (place & route, CTS, timing closure)
• Pre-silicon Verification (DV)
• Emulation
• Post-silicon Validation (VI)
• CAD
• GPU Design

Supported Technical Tracks

• GPU Engineering
• Engineering design and development in MSM SOC and chipset architecture
• ASIC implementation of image processing camera IP
• GPU pipeline validation (stimulus generators, checkers, monitors, drivers, models)
• Graphics power analysis & optimization (Vulkan)
• Familiarity with multimedia or communication technologies including audio/video codecs, camera, WLAN, LTE, and 5G
• Programming experience in C, Perl, Verilog, SystemVerilog, C++, Python
• CPU Engineering
• Validation of CPU and SOC-level micro-architecture concepts
• Development of test and coverage plans, verification methodology, and scalable environments
• Execution of verification plans including regression, debug, and bring-up
• Familiarity with simulators, coverage tools, waveform viewers
• Programming experience in C, C++, Python
• Digital Design / DV
• RTL development for modem physical and MAC layer processing
• Verification component development using SystemVerilog and UVM
• Modeling cellular modem datapaths for bit-exact correctness
• Knowledge of digital design, DSP, wireless communication, LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi
• Exposure to machine learning concepts as applied to digital signal processing or modem architecture is a plus
• Programming experience in C, Python, Perl, Verilog, SystemVerilog, C++, Matlab
• SoC Systems Engineering
• Concepts in computer architecture (CPU, GPU, DSP, interconnects, MMUs, etc.)
• System-level performance modeling and simulation
• Power and thermal management strategies
• Post-silicon validation and characterization
• Embedded software design, driver development for Linux/Windows
• OS principles and HW/SW interaction
• Experience supporting or optimizing machine learning workloads on embedded systems or accelerators
• Understanding of power/performance tradeoffs and system-level architecture
• Programming experience in C/C++, Python; scripting and profiling tools

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
• Must be available for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2027 (May–September)
• Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later
• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Perl, Verilog, SystemVerilog

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2027 and June 2028
• Currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD degree program in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field

Internship Program Details

• Paired with a mentor, receive support from a manager, and access to the Qualcomm employee community.
• Professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• Competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time.
• Relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of the internship.
• Potential internship locations include: Austin, Boulder, Boxborough, Bridgewater, Chandler, Irvine, New York City, Louisville, Raleigh, San Diego, Santa Clara, and Seattle.

Additional Information

• This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries, which may impact start dates.
• The pay scale for this internship is $17.00 - $98.00 per hour.
• Total compensation includes a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.