Internship - Embedded Systems Engineer

Infineon Technologies AG; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in San Jose seeks a graduate engineering student or recent graduate to help develop and validate firmware for USB‑PD controller solutions. You will work on reference designs, perform interoperability tests, and author clear usage guides for Type‑C and USB‑PD applications.

The role emphasizes hands‑on embedded systems work with microcontrollers, lab debugging, and close collaboration with engineering teams to ensure robust hardware and firmware integration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Hands-on experience in embedded system design and microcontroller programming.
• Lab skills with oscilloscopes, analyzers, and bench instruments.
• Familiarity with USB, USB-PD, Type-C, I2C, SPI, UART and related protocol troubleshooting.
• Understanding of analog circuits, switching regulators, LDOs, DC-DC converters, and power distribution debugging is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and customize firmware for reference designs and USB-PD controller solutions.
• Validate firmware and hardware against customer requirements and specs.
• Perform interoperability testing on reference and customer designs for USB‑C and USB‑PD ecosystems.
• Write application notes and usage guides for Type‑C and USB‑PD applications.
• Use lab equipment to debug interfaces and power circuits during bring‑up.
• Record test results, log issues, and communicate findings to engineering teams.

Skills

Embedded systems

Microcontroller programming

Lab instrumentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Protocol analyzers

Power supplies

Job description

#WeAreIn to create tiny chips and big careers. Trade your textbooks for tools to innovate.

Let’s shape your next step together. Whether through our Graduate Programs or your first full-time role, Infineon gives you the tools, trust and challenges to grow fast and go far. Are you in?

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Firmware Development: Develop and customize firmware for reference designs and Infineon USB‑PD controller solutions
• Hardware Validation: Validate firmware and hardware against customer requirements and functional specifications
• Interoperability Testing: Perform interoperability and compliance tests on reference and customer designs for USB‑C and USB‑PD ecosystems
• Application Notes: Write clear application notes and example usage guides for Type‑C and USB‑PD applications
• Lab Debugging: Use oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and other lab equipment to debug interfaces and power circuits during bring‑up
• Documentation & Reporting: Record test results, log issues, and communicate findings to engineering and product teams

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Embedded Systems, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred
• Hands‑on Experience: Practical experience in embedded system design, microcontroller programming, and board bring‑up preferred
• Lab Skills: Experience with oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, power supplies, and common bench instruments
• Interface Knowledge: Familiarity with USB, USB‑PD, Type‑C, I2C, SPI, UART and related protocol troubleshooting
• Analog & Power: Understanding of analog circuits, switching regulators, LDOs, DC‑DC converters, and power distribution debugging is a bonus

Additional information

Infineon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references, successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your on-boarding documents. In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion. Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally-identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.

Salary pay information

Location: San Jose, CA, United States
Indicative salary range: US$ 27.00 – US$ 36.50 (Hourly rate will depend on the highest level of education completed).

Company culture and values

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization. As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in? We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process. Learn more about our various contact channels and about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.