2027 Masters Product Development Engineering Intern/Co-op

AMD; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AMD benefits

Job summary

AMD is seeking a master's student for a Co-op/Intern role in Santa Clara, focusing on characterization and test program development for next‑gen microprocessors. You will work with Product Development Engineers to build production test programs and perform engineering studies to support yield and ramp.

Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to resolve production issues, document technical work, and gain hands-on experience in a fast‑paced AI ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a US-based university in a Master's degree program majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong interest in building production test programs and data analysis for semiconductor devices.
• Experience with version control and agile processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Development Engineers in characterization and to build production test programs through parametric, data and statistical analysis.
• Perform engineering and correlation studies to ensure yield, coverage and ramp goals.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to resolve production-related issues and improve efficiency.
• Build and maintain technical documents and debug manufacturing/test programs for next-generation AMD processors.
• Participate in product debug and characterization to identify performance sensitivities.

Skills

C++

Linux

Shell scripting

Java

Git/SVN/CVS

Agile/Scrum/Kanban

Education

Master's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Git

SVN

CVS

RCS

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD. At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.

As an AMD intern/co‑op, you’ll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real‑world experience on projects that impact millions of end‑users worldwide. Whether you’re an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter—and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.

Job Details

• Locations: San Jose, CA or Santa Clara, CA
• Onsite/Hybrid: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), in either a hybrid or onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co‑op/intern term

Duration

• Spring/Summer Co‑op: January 15, 2027 - August 13, 2027
• Summer Internship:
  • Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
  • Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027
• Summer/Fall Co‑op:
  • Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - December 10, 2027
  • Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - December 10, 2027

What You Will Be Doing

• We will involve you in supporting Product Development Engineers in characterization and to build production test programs through parametric, data and statistical analysis
• We will train you to perform engineering and correlation studies to ensure yield, coverage and meet target goal to initiate production ramp
• Your involvement while working with multi‑functional teams will help resolve production‑related issues and improve efficiency
• We will assign you tasks to build and maintain technical documents, debug manufacturing and characterization test programs for next‑generation AMD microprocessors
• We will encourage you to participate in Product debug and characterization to identify product performance, process, and test sensitivities

Who We Are Looking For

• You are currently enrolled in a US based University in a Master's degree program majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
• If you have knowledge / experience with any of the following technical skills (or related areas) and are enthusiastic about this role, we strongly encourage you to apply –
  • C++, Linux, Perl, Ruby, Shell script, Java or similar
  • GIT, SVN, CVS, RCS or similar
  • XP, AGILE, Scrum, or Kanban programming paradigms
  • Logic analyzers, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and debug
  • Solid understanding of transistors and computer basics
  • Courses in computer science, software engineering, digital logic, circuit theory, computer architecture

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.