Device/Yield Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP in Austin, TX is seeking a motivated student intern to assist senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of semiconductor products. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, data analysis, and documentation.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, learn industry-standard tools, and contribute to technical reviews while gaining practical experience in embedded systems and electronics.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in EE, CE, CS, Physics, or related field.
• Strong academic record and interest in semiconductors/electronics/embedded systems.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (Python, C/C++, Java).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Prior lab experience or simulations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and testing of semiconductor products.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and document progress.
• Support lab activities, set up experiments, collect data, analyze results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet goals and deadlines.
• Participate in technical reviews and contribute to problem solving.
• Learn and apply industry-standard tools and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Perform other duties to support engineering initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Programming familiarity

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in EE/CE/CS/Physics

Tools

Lab equipment

Simulation tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of semiconductor products and solutions.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and documentation related to ongoing projects.
• Support laboratory activities, including setting up and performing experiments, collecting data, and analyzing results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and deadlines.
• Participate in technical reviews and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Learn and apply industry-standard tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other project documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support engineering initiatives.

Job Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Strong academic record and a genuine interest in semiconductors, electronics, or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C/C++, Java) is preferred.
• Basic understanding of digital and/or analog electronics concepts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Prior experience with laboratory equipment or simulation tools is a plus.

More information about NXP in the United States...

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.