RF Modules Summer/Fall Co-Op (June-Dec '27)

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in San Jose is seeking a RF Modules Summer/Fall Co-op to work on acoustic filters and RF modules as part of a dedicated team. You will contribute to design efforts for SAW/BAW related technologies and assist with RF front-end development for next-generation devices.

The role targets a Summer/Fall term (June–Dec 2027) with a 40-hour workweek, onsite at the San Jose Design Center. Ideal candidates are engineering students with hands-on RF/electrical exposure and a drive

Qualifications

• This position is for a current engineering student pursuing a degree in a relevant field.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week during June/July–December 2027.
• Onsite work at the design center in San Jose, CA is required.

Responsibilities

• Design acoustic wave filters for RF modules, meeting schedules and performance targets.
• Follow engineering practices to ensure reliability and high production yields.
• Drive new architectures to improve filter and module performance.
• Conduct design reviews and present data from simulations and measurements.
• Collaborate with module and systems teams to set performance goals.
• Interact with fabrication teams to drive continuous performance improvements and roadmap alignment.
• Develop design methodologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and first-pass success.

Skills

RF module design concepts

Acoustic filters knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Engineering student (pursuing degree)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

RF Modules Summer/Fall Co-Op (June-Dec '27)

Job Title: RF Modules Summer/Fall Co-Op (June-Dec '27) Posting Start Date: 8/24/26 Job Location(s): San Jose

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Description

This position is for an Summer/Fall Co-op Starting June/July (6 months) working on RF modules and acoustic wave filters at Skyworks' San Jose Design Center. You'll be working as part of a team of RF professionals creating the technology for next-generation cellular handsets and other wireless communication devices and applications. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Northern California, San Jose is a dynamic and innovative city known as the capital of technology and entrepreneurship. Nestled between the picturesque Santa Cruz Mountains and the San Francisco Bay, San Jose offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. As part of the thriving Bay Area, home to millions of residents, San Jose combines the diversity, culture, and opportunities of a major metropolitan hub with a welcoming community spirit and access to world-class amenities. Your job function will focus primarily on the design of acoustic filters, including SAW and BAW technologies, for RF front-end modules.

Responsibilities

• Design acoustic wave filters for integration into RF modules while meeting demanding schedules, best-in-class performance targets, and critical size and cost requirements
• Follow Skyworks' best engineering practices to ensure reliability, sustainability, and delivery of high production yields
• Drive new architectures and ideas to continuously improve filter and module performance, maintaining a competitive edge for Skyworks products
• Conduct design reviews and present quantitative data to demonstrate compliance with internal or customer specifications based on simulation and measured results
• Work closely with module and systems teams to set appropriate goals for filter performance criteria
• Interact with technology and fabrication teams to ensure continuous performance improvements and to steer BU roadmaps
• Drive design methodologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and first-pass success

Required Experience and Skills

• Current student pursuing a degree in a relevant engineering field
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week from June/July - December 2027
• Must be able to work onsite at our design center in San Jose, CA

Desired Experience and Skills

• Basic hands-on experience with RF and/or electrical equipment
• Experience with scientific programming using MATLAB and/or Python
• Ability to process, cleanse, and validate the integrity of data to be used for further analysis and experiments
• Familiarity with statistics, machine learning techniques, algorithms, and optimization
• Knowledge of RF concepts and circuit simulators (e.g., ADS)
• Knowledge of FEM tools, such as ANSYS HFSS and/or COMSOL
• Knowledge of BAW resonators or RF MEMS resonators is a plus

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $29.00 - $49.00 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $23.00 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].