RFIC Front-End Design Co-op: Hands-On Lab & Mentorship

Skyworks; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 136,107,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks is offering a co-op opportunity in the United States to develop advanced RF front-end module building blocks. You will work with experienced engineers, learning to design RFIC for multi-chip modules and run simulations with Cadence Virtuoso and ADS.

This role emphasizes hands-on lab work and collaboration with a team to contribute to Skyworks products. The program targets Electrical Engineering MS/PhD students who can commit to six months onsite from June to December 2027, with

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Electrical Engineering MS or PhD program.
• Commitment to work onsite for 6 months (June/July – December 2027).
• Interest in RF/microwave engineering and RFIC design.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced engineers to design/develop RFIC for Multi-chip modules.
• Design RF switch, attenuator, and couplers blocks.
• Run simulations using Cadence Virtuoso and ADS.
• Participate and present in design reviews.
• Perform lab testing using standard RF test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design or technical issues.
• Collaborate with other engineers and technicians.
• Contribute directly on development of Skyworks product.

Skills

Strong desire to learn

RF/microwave engineering interest

Team collaboration

Communications

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

ADS

SPICE

Network analyzer

Job description

Skyworks is offering a co-op opportunity in the United States to develop advanced RF front-end module building blocks. You will work with experienced engineers, learning to design RFIC for multi-chip modules and run simulations with Cadence Virtuoso and ADS.

This role emphasizes hands-on lab work and collaboration with a team to contribute to Skyworks products. The program targets Electrical Engineering MS/PhD students who can commit to six months onsite from June to December 2027, with