RFIC Design Summer Intern

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in San Jose is seeking an Electrical Engineering intern to join the Design Center and work on high-performance silicon RFIC solutions for next‑generation mobile applications.

You will contribute to transistor-level circuit design, simulation, layout, and lab evaluation under the guidance of experienced engineers, with opportunities to document results and present findings to the team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Electrical Engineering BS or MS programs.
• In-person Summer internship beginning May/June 2027 (3 months) at San Jose site.
• Familiarity with transistor-level design concepts for silicon RFIC and analog circuits.
• Understanding of RF active-circuit requirements and design concepts, including noise, linearity, bandwidth, and small-signal/large-signal behavior.
• Understanding of microwave/RF fundamentals: S-parameters, Smith charts, matching networks, noise figure, transmission lines.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor and design team to combine silicon RFIC design with RF and microwave simulation.
• Participate in product development activities, including definition, architecture, analysis, layout supervision, and production test support.

Skills

RFIC design concepts

RF/microwave fundamentals

Transistor-level design familiarity

Education

Electrical Engineering BS/MS

Tools

Cadence Spectre

EMX

Keysight ADS

Momentum

Ansys HFSS

Job description

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.

Requisition ID:78242

Job Description

Join the Skyworks San Jose Design Center in developing high-performance silicon RFIC solutions for next-generation mobile applications. This internship offers hands-on experience in silicon RFIC design while working closely with experienced engineers in a collaborative team environment.

The intern will contribute to the development of RF front-end integrated circuits from initial concept through production. The work will focus on transistor-level circuit design, simulation, layout, and laboratory evaluation of high-performance RF front-end circuits. The intern will also document results and present technical work to colleagues and stakeholders.

Located in Silicon Valley near major customers, the San Jose Design Center provides access to highly integrated semiconductor, module, and embedded RF circuit design, an in-house prototype assembly laboratory, and a world-class RF characterization laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen technical skills, expand a professional network, and prepare for a career in RFIC design.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor and design team to combine silicon RFIC design with RF and microwave electromagnetic simulation for high-performance RF switches, low-noise amplifiers, and other RF front-end components.
• Participate in product development activities, including product definition, architecture, system analysis, transistor-level circuit design, layout or layout supervision, top-level simulation, laboratory debugging, and production test support.

Required Experience and Skills

• Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering (or related) BS or MS programs
• In-person Summer internship beginning May/June 2027 (3 months) at the San Jose site
• Familiarity with transistor-level design concepts for silicon RFIC and analog circuits.
• Understanding of RF active-circuit requirements and design concepts, including noise, linearity, bandwidth, and small-signal and large-signal behavior.
• Understanding of microwave and RF fundamentals, including S-parameters, Smith charts, matching networks, noise figure, and transmission lines.
• Experience using time-domain and frequency-domain circuit and electromagnetic simulation tools, such as Cadence Spectre and EMX, Keysight ADS and Momentum, or Ansys HFSS.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Experience with on-chip passive circuit design; chip tapeout experience is a strong plus.
• Experience with RF test equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, DC power supplies, and RF probes.

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $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].