SOC DFT Intern - Spring 2027

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a motivated DFT Intern for the Digital Design - DFT team in Austin, TX. You will collaborate with engineers to develop and implement DFT methodologies for ASIC designs, gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and test flows.

The role involves working with RTL and verification teams, contributing to automation, and documenting methodologies and results while returning to school after the internship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of digital logic design and VLSI fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Verilog/VHDL and scripting languages (Python, Perl, or TCL).
• Exposure to DFT concepts such as scan chains, ATPG, and BIST is a plus.
• Experience with EDA tools from Synopsys, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of DFT techniques such as scan insertion, boundary scan, and memory BIST.
• Support ATPG pattern generation and validation using industry-standard tools.
• Help with test coverage analysis and debug of test patterns.
• Collaborate with RTL designers and verification teams to ensure testability requirements are met.
• Contribute to automation of DFT flows using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL).
• Document DFT methodologies, test plans, and results.

Skills

Digital logic

VLSI fundamentals

Verilog/VHDL

DFT concepts

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/CE

Tools

Synopsys

Cadence

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Job Title: DFT Intern

Location: Austin, TX (On-site/Hybrid)

Department: Digital Design - DFT

Reports To: DFT Engineer / Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Design for Test (DFT) Intern to join our Digital Design team. As a DFT Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers to support the development and implementation of DFT methodologies for cutting-edge SoC designs. This internship offers hands on experience in scan insertion, ATPG, MBIST, and other test related flows in a real world semiconductor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of DFT techniques such as scan insertion, boundary scan, and memory BIST.
• Support ATPG pattern generation and validation using industry-standard tools.
• Help with test coverage analysis and debug of test patterns.
• Collaborate with RTL designers and verification teams to ensure testability requirements are met.
• Contribute to automation of DFT flows using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL).
• Document DFT methodologies, test plans, and results.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of digital logic design and VLSI fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Verilog/VHDL and scripting languages (Python, Perl, or TCL).
• Exposure to DFT concepts such as scan chains, ATPG, and BIST is a plus.
• Experience with EDA tools from Synopsys, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics is desirable.
• Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Coursework or project experience in DFT or digital IC design.
• Knowledge of STA, synthesis, and RTL verification.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands on experience with industry-standard DFT tools and flows.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.
• Exposure to the full ASIC design and test cycle.
• Opportunity to contribute to real silicon projects.

In order to be considered for a spring internship with NXP you must be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term.

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.

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Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Thank you for considering a career at NXP.