FY27 Intern - Low Power AI Software Development Internship - Canada (16 months)

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Qualcomm Canada ULC is offering an Interim Engineering Intern - SW in Markham as part of the 2027 intern class. The role focuses on developing the software framework for a Low Power AI accelerator and gaining hands-on ML experience.

You will collaborate with the LPAI team, work on embedded software stacks, and engage in customer interactions to improve problem-solving and communication skills. Housing stipend is provided for the internship period.

Qualifications

• Excellent programming skills in Python, C/C++
• Basic ML working knowledge
• Outstanding marks in math and statistics courses
• Strong motivation and capabilities in learning new subjects especially in the field of artificial intelligence
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal communications skill (written and verbal)
• Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with LPAI software engineering team to develop the software framework for our state-of-the-art Low Power AI accelerator.
• Dive into the full machine learning software stack on the Qualcomm platform and gain hands-on experience.
• Learn how to handle customer issues and feedback, enhancing problem-solving and communication skills.
• Join a vibrant team culture where collaboration and continuous learning thrive.

Skills

Python

C/C++

ML concepts

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Science, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area:

Interns Group, Interns Group > Interim Engineering Intern - SW

Qualcomm Overview:

Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5Gs potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.

General Summary:

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm relentlessly innovates transforming businesses, enriching lives and fortifying societies. Our solutions are pivotal in crafting a smarter, interconnected world. Building on our nearly 40-year history of era-defining technology breakthroughs, we deliver leading-edge AI, high performance, lower-power computing, and unrivaled connectivity. We’re proud to be the partner of choice to many of the world’s largest enterprises. Together with our ecosystem partners, we enable next-generation digital transformation. At Qualcomm, we are engineering human progress.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

At Qualcomm, we're committed to engineering human progress by delivering intelligent computing everywhere. We're passionate about harnessing the power of technology to transform industries and improve lives. Our early career programs offer limitless opportunities for growth, mentorship, and meaningful work. By joining our team, you'll be part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI, computing, and connectivity. With a global footprint spanning over 30 countries, you'll have the chance to collaborate with diverse talent and contribute to projects that are shaping the future of technology.

Our early career programs are designed to attract inventive minds, offering a platform to contribute to our long--term innovation pipeline. You'll be part of a community that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. Our programs provide real-world experience, technical skills, and professional development opportunities, empowering you to make a meaningful impact and achieve your career goals.

Join us for our 2027 intern class in Markham, Canada!

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Role Overview

• Collaborate with Experts: Work closely with our LPAI software engineering team to develop the latest software framework for our state-of-the-art Low Power AI accelerator. You’ll be at the forefront of enabling various edge AI applications, including always-on vision, speech, and sensing technologies.
• Deep Dive into ML: Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the full machine learning software stack on the Qualcomm platform. Gain hands-on experience and deepen your understanding of cutting-edge ML technologies.
• Customer Interaction: Learn how to effectively handle customer issues and feedback, enhancing your problem-solving and communication skills.
• Vibrant Team Culture: Enjoy a diverse and fun team environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent programming skills in Python, C/C++
• Basic ML working knowledge
• Outstanding marks in math and statistics courses
• Strong motivation and capabilities in learning new subjects especially in the field of artificial intelligence;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Effective interpersonal communications skill (written and verbal);
• Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented;
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and flexible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience in ML projects
• Working knowledge in RNN, CNN and Transformer model architecture
• Hands-on experience in embedded device programming

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 or June 2027 - August or September 2028
• Expected graduation date of November 2028 or later.
• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc

Qualcomm’s Internship Program

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.

Applicants

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm’s toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$54,600.00 - $103,350.00

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.