Internship Opportunities 2026

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Ireland is offering Intern Opportunities for 2026, specifically in Software and Hardware Design. This position aims to provide students with practical experience and mentorship, helping them to integrate into a dynamic team. The ideal candidates will be enrolled in relevant degrees and possess strong skills in C++, algorithms, and software development. Join us to make meaningful technical contributions while enhancing your knowledge through real-world experience.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as BS, MS or PhD student majoring in relevant fields.
• Strong C++, algorithms, and software development / scripting skills.
• Understanding of analog/RF/custom IC design and verification practices is a strong plus.
• Exposure to Cadence Virtuoso tools is a plus.
• Team player, driven, self-motivated and autonomous.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in digital design signoff.
• Contribute to customer IC / analog / RF design projects.
• Assist in PCB design and analysis.
• Engage in system design and verification activities.

Skills

C++

Algorithms

Software development / scripting

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Currently enrolled BS, MS or PhD in relevant fields

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Job description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Job Title

Intern Opportunities 2026 (Software / Hardware Design)

Location

Cork/Galway/Dublin

Job Overview

We aim to make you an integral part of the team by providing training, mentorship, and encouragement of your creative talents. Our goal is to equip students with practical work experience. We understand that it is best to learn by doing. We will provide tasks that enable you to learn while making meaningful technical contributions.

Key Functions

• Digital Design Signoff
• Customer IC / Analog / RF Design
• System Analysis – including Thermal Design Management, EM solvers and CFD Analysis
• PCB Design and Analysis
• System Design and Verification

Job Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as BS, MS or PhD student majoring in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, Digital Humanities & Information Technology or similar.
• Strong C++, algorithms, and software development / scripting skills.
• Understanding of analog/RF/custom IC design and verification practices is a strong plus.
• Exposure to Cadence Virtuoso Layout and physical verification tools is a plus.
• Team player, driven, self‑motivated and autonomous.
• Excellent communication, presentation and customer service skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.

Additional Information

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class. We welcome your interest in the company and want to make sure our job site is accessible to all. If you experience difficulty using this site or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Read the policy: https://www.cadence.com/content/dam/cadence-www/global/en_US/documents/company/careers/equal-employment-opportunity-policy.pdf