IC Layout Co-op — Onsite Winter/Spring 2027

Skyworks Solutions, Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Winter/Spring 2027 IC Layout Co-op to gain hands-on experience in layout design of silicon ICs alongside experienced engineers.

This internship offers exposure to Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre verification tools and potential full-time opportunities after graduation. You will enroll in an IC layout program, place and route devices, and communicate with teams to meet project milestones while working onsite for a six-month term starting January

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an IC layout program at a technical institution.
• Taking courses in layout techniques with the ability to place and route IC devices.
• Commitment to work onsite for 6 month Co-op term (January - May/June 2027).
• Experience using a schematic/netlist-driven CAD layout process.
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre verification tools.
• Some experience with DRC/LVS checking.
• Good communication, organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor processes, resistors, capacitors, and FETs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with IC design engineers to lay out and verify ICs for wireless consumer electronic products.
• Effectively communicate with engineering teams to meet schedules and milestones.
• Perform analog IC IP layout using Cadence Virtuoso
• Learn common best practices and workflows
• Effectively communicate with engineering teams

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Good communication

Education

IC layout program enrollment

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Calibre

Job description

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Winter/Spring 2027 IC Layout Co-op to gain hands-on experience in layout design of silicon ICs alongside experienced engineers.

This internship offers exposure to Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre verification tools and potential full-time opportunities after graduation. You will enroll in an IC layout program, place and route devices, and communicate with teams to meet project milestones while working onsite for a six-month term starting January