RF Systems & Validation Intern - WLAN/Bluetooth

QUALCOMM, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd is seeking a creative, hands-on intern to join the Cambridge RF Systems team for a summer placement. You will work on RF system analysis, validation and performance optimization for WLAN/Bluetooth wireless products.

The role involves practical RF measurements in the Cambridge lab, system-level modelling and data analysis with MATLAB/Python, under guidance from experienced RF engineers. Suitable for Master’s students in EE or related fields.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Electrical/Communications related field.
• Strong understanding of analogue/RF circuits and basic communication concepts.
• Familiar with RF concepts like gain, noise, modulation, frequency response and signal spectra.
• Experience with MATLAB or Python for data analysis and scripting.
• Analytical, problem-solving mindset with interest in lab work.

Responsibilities

• Assist RF Systems engineers on an active wireless RF development project.
• Perform RF performance measurements and system-level modelling.
• Develop MATLAB/Python scripts for data processing, automation and visualization.
• Support RF calibration, validation and measurement methods.
• Document methods, results and recommendations for reuse by the team.

Skills

RF fundamentals

RF concepts

MATLAB

Python

Analytical skills

Lab-based engineering

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Vector signal analysers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd is seeking a creative, hands-on intern to join the Cambridge RF Systems team for a summer placement. You will work on RF system analysis, validation and performance optimization for WLAN/Bluetooth wireless products.

The role involves practical RF measurements in the Cambridge lab, system-level modelling and data analysis with MATLAB/Python, under guidance from experienced RF engineers. Suitable for Master’s students in EE or related fields.