Hardware Engineer Intern — AI Hardware Systems

Cisco Systems; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Cisco Systems in San Jose, CA, is seeking an intern to assist with hardware design and validation for server subsystems. You will help ensure the design meets specs, work independently on tasks, and collaborate across teams to deliver quality products on schedule.

The role emphasizes Python scripting for test automation and hands-on hardware validation using lab equipment. Enrollment in a related degree program and ongoing education are required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master’s program with related hardware focus.
• Qualifying education and work experience should be in Hardware Engineering or a related field.
• Experience creating test scripts in Python.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and validation of a server sub-system.
• Ensure design meets functional specs.
• Work independently on assigned tasks.
• Participate as a valuable team member to deliver quality products on time.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and teams.
• Participate in creating functional specifications and technical documentation.

Skills

Python scripting

Cross-functional collaboration

Hardware validation

Test automation

Education

Undergraduate degree (Associate/Bachelor) in Hardware Eng or related

Master’s degree (0 years experience) in Hardware Eng or related

Tools

Oscilloscopes

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Spectrum Analyzers

Cadence Concept

Allegro

Job description

Cisco Systems in San Jose, CA, is seeking an intern to assist with hardware design and validation for server subsystems. You will help ensure the design meets specs, work independently on tasks, and collaborate across teams to deliver quality products on schedule.

The role emphasizes Python scripting for test automation and hands-on hardware validation using lab equipment. Enrollment in a related degree program and ongoing education are required.