Spring 2027 - Validation Engineering Intern

onsemi; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & medical benefits

Flexible hours aligned with academic S

ERGs access and mentorship

Job summary

onsemi's internship program offers students a hands-on pathway into the semiconductor industry through real-world projects that drive innovation. Interns join diverse teams and work on meaningful responsibilities across engineering, business operations, data analytics, and finance tracks.

Participants gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, mentorship, and a collaborative environment with flexible hours to fit academic schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics.
• Proficient in scripting languages (e.g. Python, VB, Perl, C, bash).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team player and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with Electrical lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, power meters, signal generators).
• Familiarity with CMOS Circuit design and test methodology preferred.
• Understanding of imager sensor architecture and product reliability requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support validation planning, silicon bring-up, debug, and characterization of new and derivative image sensor products, including test chips targeted at circuit and process learning, reliability readiness, and manufacturability.
• Validate new circuit IP and sensor functions such as memories, OTPM, pumps, regulators, serial communication interfaces, safety mechanisms, and new DFT test modes.
• Develop and improve validation test methodologies, automation, and data analysis flows to detect issues early, reduce debug cycle time, and support robust product release decisions.
• Enhance the performance and usability of existing validation tools by improving scripts, automation, documentation, and reporting workflows.
• Support failure analysis, root‑cause investigation, and cross‑functional debug activities as key components of the validation engineering role.

Skills

Python

VB

Perl

C

Bash

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Power meters

Signal generators

Job description

An internship at onsemi offers a dynamic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience through real-world projects that drive innovation in the semiconductor industry. Interns are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities and exposed to cutting‑edge technologies, fostering both technical skill development and professional growth.

onsemi views internships as a strategic pipeline for entry‑level career positions, providing a collaborative and inclusive environment where interns work alongside diverse teams and contribute to high‑impact initiatives. The company’s commitment to sustainability, including its goal of achieving net‑zero emissions by 2040, enables interns to engage in projects that align with global environmental priorities.

Key benefits

• Competitive compensation and medical benefits
• Flexible work hours aligned with academic schedules
• Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) which foster a sense of belonging and provide opportunities for mentorship and community engagement
• Networking events, professional development workshops, and project showcases that build career readiness and visibility across the organization

Internship roles span multiple disciplines including engineering, business operations, data analytics, and finance, and are designed to align with onsemi’s strategic goals of innovation and workforce development. Structured programs such as rotational field sales and finance analyst tracks offer additional career pathways for interns transitioning into full‑time roles.

Responsibilities

• Support validation planning, silicon bring‑up, debug, and characterization of new and derivative image sensor products, including test chips targeted at circuit and process learning, reliability readiness, and manufacturability.
• Validate new circuit IP and sensor functions such as memories, OTPM, pumps, regulators, serial communication interfaces, safety mechanisms, and new DFT test modes.
• Develop and improve validation test methodologies, automation, and data analysis flows to detect issues early, reduce debug cycle time, and support robust product release decisions.
• Enhance the performance and usability of existing validation tools by improving scripts, automation, documentation, and reporting workflows.
• Support failure analysis, root‑cause investigation, and cross‑functional debug activities as key components of the validation engineering role.

Qualifications – External

• Pursue Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field with coursework on analog and digital circuit design.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor device physics.
• Proficient in scripting languages (e.g. Python, VB, Perl, C, bash).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team player and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with Electrical lab equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, power supplies, power meters, signal generators).
• Familiarity with CMOS Circuit design and test methodology preferred.
• Understanding of imager sensor architecture and product reliability requirements preferred.

Here at onsemi we take great pride in our internship program and the efforts we take to provide students with hands‑on industry experience. We provide competitive pay medical benefits, various networking event opportunities, and flexible hours based on school schedule.

About Us

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end‑markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

More details about our company benefits can be found here: https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

About The Team

We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high‑performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.

onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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