RF/Analog Design/Mixed-Signal Engineering Internship – Summer 2027

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation coverage

Furnished housing

Job summary

Qualcomm RF/Analog or Mixed-Signal Engineering Internships offer hands-on experience across 5G/6G mmWave, RF system design, transceiver optimization, RFIC/Analog IC design, and related areas. Interns join world-class teams with mentorship and access to Qualcomm’s broader employee community.

Opportunities span RF/Analog and Mixed-Signal tracks, with relocation and furnished housing for the duration of the internship, and a focus on professional development workshops and cross-functional sessions.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Must be available for 11-14 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-September)
• Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later

Responsibilities

• Assist RF/Analog or Mixed-Signal design efforts across projects.
• Analyze RF system performance and transistor-level design.
• Collaborate with mentors and cross-functional teams during the internship.

Skills

RF/Analog Design

Mixed-Signal Design

Programming (Perl, MATLAB)

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in CE/CS/EE

Tools

Perl

MATLAB

Cadence

HFSS

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Interns Group, Interns Group > Interim Engineering Intern - HW

General Summary:

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm relentlessly innovates transforming businesses, enriching lives and fortifying societies. Our solutions are pivotal in crafting a smarter, interconnected world. Building on our nearly 40-year history of era-defining technology breakthroughs, we deliver leading-edge AI, high performance, lower-power computing, and unrivaled connectivity. We’re proud to be the partner of choice to many of the world’s largest enterprises. Together with our ecosystem partners, we enable next-generation digital transformation. At Qualcomm, we are engineering human progress.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

At Qualcomm, we're committed to engineering human progress by delivering intelligent computing everywhere. We're passionate about harnessing the power of technology to transform industries and improve lives. Our early career programs offer limitless opportunities for growth, mentorship, and meaningful work. By joining our team, you'll be part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI, computing, and connectivity. With a global footprint spanning over 30 countries, you'll have the chance to collaborate with diverse talent and contribute to projects that are shaping the future of technology.

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Role Overview

As a Qualcomm RF/Analog or Mixed-Signal Engineering Intern, you'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what exists and help establish the new standards for tomorrow. Project opportunities span 5G/6G mmWave, RF system design, transceiver performance analysis and optimization, RFIC/Analog IC design, PA architectures, RF front-end engineering, signal processing/integration, RF microwave design, power amplifiers, WLAN/Bluetooth LNAs, ADC/DAC, and more.

Technical Tracks

• RF/Analog Design
• Mixed-Signal Design

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
• Must be available for 11-14 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-September)
• Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2027 and June 2028

Track 1: RF/Analog Design

• RF, microwave theory, antenna theory
• Analog IC design or RFIC design
• Electromagnetics, digital pre-distortion, RF matching networks
• S-parameters, linear systems, filter design
• Digital communication systems, noise figure, linearity (IP3), impedance matching
• Memory system design and analysis
• High-speed interface system design
• Printed circuit board design
• Electrical system analysis and modeling
• Signal and power integrity (SIPI) analysis
• Power delivery network (PDN) design/analysis
• Transmission lines, power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, ACLR
• Layout experience and chip tape‑out
• Programming experience in Perl, MATLAB, Cadence, HFSS

Track 2: Mixed-Signal Design

• Mixed-signal IP and high-speed interface (ADC/DAC, PLL, sensor, SerDes, DDR) architecture definition, design, implementation, and SoC integration
• RTL coding, lint checks, CDC checks, DFT updates, formal equivalency checks, ECO implementation
• SERDES (PCIe, USB), memory (DDR, HBM), or 2D/3D die-to-die (D2D) interface system exploration and co-optimization
• Static timing analysis and optimization of high-speed critical paths and complex mixed-signal IPs
• Cadence design environment
• Low-power analog/digital design
• Programming experience in Perl, Verilog, Shell, Python, Tcl, SystemVerilog

Qualcomm's Internship Program

Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. You'll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success. To round out your summer internship, we host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.

Internship Opportunities By Location

Internship opportunities may be available in the following locations, depending on team and project needs: Austin, Boulder, Boxborough, Bridgewater, Chandler, Irvine, New York City, Louisville, Raleigh, San Diego, Santa Clara, and Seattle.

Export Control Notice

This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries (see current country list below - subject to change). Qualcomm, like other companies, is experiencing significant delays in the export license process. Please be advised that if an export license is required, you may not be able to start work with Qualcomm until the license is granted, which may impact your ability to participate in the internship.

Countries requiring export

Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Cuba, Georgia, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Libya, Macau, Moldova, Mongolia, Nicaragua, North Korea, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$17.00 - $98.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.