AI-Driven EDA Intern: Agentic Software Engineer

IBM; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Learning culture

Job summary

IBM's Electronic Design Automation (EDA) team seeks curious interns to explore software engineering, AI, and semiconductor design. You will work on real problems at the intersection of software, AI, and chip design, gaining exposure to synthesis, verification, and timing analysis.

Ideal candidates are pursuing CS/CE/EE degrees with strong programming foundations in C++, Java, Rust, and Python, plus data structures, algorithms, and digital logic knowledge.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages such as C++, Java, Rust, or similar
• Exposure to Python or other scripting languages
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and digital logic design
• Coursework or exposure to AI or Agent Engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative environments
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies

Responsibilities

• EDA is at the center of IBM's Agentic AI transformation in semiconductor development.
• As an EDA Software Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with engineers on real problems at the intersection of software, AI, and chip design.
• Gain exposure to Agentic AI and machine learning techniques applied to chip design workflows, including synthesis and place-and-route automation
• Contribute to software tools that support logic design, functional verification, timing analysis, and physical design
• Work on algorithms and software solutions that improve design quality and accelerate chip development
• Partner with engineers across IBM zSystems, Power Systems, Storage, and Quantum Computing to tackle challenging real-world problems
• At IBM, we prioritize continuous learning and personal growth within a culture of coaching and mentorship.

Skills

C++

Java

Rust

Python

Data structures

Algorithms

Digital logic design

AI exposure

Communication skills

Curiosity

Education

BS/MS/PhD in CS/CE/EE or related

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

GenAI/Agent AI frameworks

Version control (Git)

Job description

IBM's Electronic Design Automation (EDA) team seeks curious interns to explore software engineering, AI, and semiconductor design. You will work on real problems at the intersection of software, AI, and chip design, gaining exposure to synthesis, verification, and timing analysis.

Ideal candidates are pursuing CS/CE/EE degrees with strong programming foundations in C++, Java, Rust, and Python, plus data structures, algorithms, and digital logic knowledge.