RF/Analog IC Layout Engineer Intern

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. invites enthusiastic students to join its IC Layout Engineer Internship program in the High Performance Analog group.

You will gain real-world experience on RF, analog and mixed-signal layout projects and work with Cadence Virtuoso and other EDA tools. In this paid internship, you will learn layout techniques, verify designs (DRC/LVS), and participate in design reviews, with mentorship from industry experts and exposure to management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Baseline GPA 3.0 or equivalent academic standing.
• Familiarity with IC design tools and layout concepts.

Responsibilities

• Complete physical implementation of RF, analog, and mixed signal blocks.
• Learn and apply foundry PDK design rules and layout methodologies.
• Support floor planning and device placement activities.
• Perform layout edits using Cadence Virtuoso and other EDA tools.
• Execute basic verification checks including DRC, LVS, and ERC.
• Participate in debugging and resolving verification issues.
• Assist in maintaining version control practices.
• Document layout activities, verification results, and milestones.
• Tapeout activities and generation of GDS files and documentation.
• Learn semiconductor technologies (GaAs, Silicon, GaN) and matching techniques.
• Attend technical reviews, team meetings, and training sessions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Written & verbal comm.

Python scripting

Shell scripting

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Job description

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. invites enthusiastic students to join its IC Layout Engineer Internship program in the High Performance Analog group.

You will gain real-world experience on RF, analog and mixed-signal layout projects and work with Cadence Virtuoso and other EDA tools. In this paid internship, you will learn layout techniques, verify designs (DRC/LVS), and participate in design reviews, with mentorship from industry experts and exposure to management.