RFIC Design Intern

SkyGig; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Onsite Bay Area location

Growth and project ownership

Job summary

SkyGig is seeking an RFIC Design Engineer Intern to support the development, simulation, and validation of RFICs for next-gen wireless and satellite applications. You will work with experienced RFIC engineers on real product development and help push hardware innovations forward.

The role offers Fall 2026 intake with full/part-time options. Strong fundamentals, ownership of a defined project, and quick learning in a fast-paced startup environment are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of RFIC design experience.
• Strong background in RF CMOS, SOI, or SiGe technologies.
• Proficient in RFIC design and characterization tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre RF, ADS.
• Translate system specifications into IC-level circuit requirements.
• Experience with RFIC layout and post-layout simulation.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or scripting for data analysis and automation.
• Prior research, or tapeout experience in RF/analog IC design.
• Strong written and oral communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and simulation of RF/analog front-end blocks such as LNAs, mixers, oscillators, PAs, VGAs, and switches.
• Perform RF simulations including S-parameters, noise figure, gain, linearity, and power consumption.
• Support layout reviews, parasitic extraction, and post-layout simulations.
• Analyze 2.5D/3D EM circuit models and simulation outcomes.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of RF engineers.
• Prepare technical documents and participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions.

Skills

RFIC design

Cadence Virtuoso

Python

MATLAB

S-parameter analysis

RF system concepts

Education

MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectre RF

ADS

Job description

We are seeking a motivated RFIC Design Engineer Intern to support the development, simulation, and validation of RF integrated circuits for next-generation wireless and satellite communications applications. This internship is ideal for a student with strong fundamentals in analog/RF circuit design who wants hands‑on experience working with experienced RFIC engineers on real product development and help push new hardware innovations forward.

Responsibilities

As an RFIC Design Engineer Intern, you will:

• Assist with the design and simulation of RF/analog front‑end circuit blocks such as LNAs, mixers, oscillators, PLLs, PAs, VGAs, switches, etc.

• Perform circuit RF simulations including S‑parameters, noise figure, gain, linearity, stability, power consumption, etc.

• Support layout reviews, parasitic extraction, and post‑layout simulations.

• Assist in the analysis of 2.5D and 3D EM circuit models and simulation outcomes.

• Work across a cross‑functional collaborative team of bright RF engineers.

• Prepare technical documents and reports, and participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions.

We are considering full‑time/ part‑time applicants for Fall 2026.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical competency, curiosity, and the ability to take the lead and ownership of a well‑defined project. They should also be excited to adapt, learn quickly, and grow in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of RFIC design experience.
• Strong background in RF state‑of‑the‑art CMOS, SOI, or SiGe technologies
• Proficient in RFIC design and characterization tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre RF, ADS, or similar.
• Deep understanding of system specifications and capable of translating system requirements into circuit requirements at IC level.
• Experience with RFIC layout and post‑layout simulation.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or scripting for data analysis and automation.
• Prior research, or tapeout experience in RF/analog IC design.
• Comfortable working and solving problems independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and comfortable explaining technical concepts to the rest of the team.

Benefits

• Paid, full‑time, onsite internship at our Bay Area, CA location with competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with a collaborative and ambitious team developing disruptive products.
• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and project ownership in a dynamic startup environment.