Test Engineering Intern

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is offering a Test Engineering Internship within the High Performance Analog division. The program provides real work experience, exposure to upper management, and a pathway to full-time opportunities where available.

Interns get challenging assignments, mentoring, and opportunities to present to business leaders. Projects are tailored to current business needs and come with hands-on lab work and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor devices, electronic circuits, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, or MATLAB is a plus.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn new technologies and processes.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support characterization, validation, and production testing of mixed-signal and analog semiconductor devices using Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
• Analyze wafer sort and final test data to identify yield trends, electrical failures, and opportunities for test optimization.
• Assist in debugging test hardware, probe cards, load boards, and test programs to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with product, design, and manufacturing engineers to investigate issues and perform root-cause analysis on failing devices.
• Execute bench-level electrical testing using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators to validate device performance.
• Develop Python, LabView and Excel-based automation tools for data analysis, report generation, and test result tracking.
• Perform correlation studies between characterization and production test environments to ensure measurement accuracy and test consistency.
• Document test procedures, debugging findings, and engineering reports to support product qualification and release activities.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by evaluating engineering samples and validating test coverage.
• Contribute to yield improvement initiatives through statistical analysis of test data and identification of manufacturing process variations.

Skills

Python

C/C++

MATLAB

Debugging

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

Signal generators

Job description

Division: High Performance Analog

Employment Status: Nonexempt

Salary Grade: 1

Shift

Requisition ID: 79036

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Description

Skyworks' Internship Program is designed for college students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program. Skyworks offers real work experience, exposure to upper management, and the opportunity to pursue full-time opportunities, as available.

Skyworks' Internship Program Offers

• Challenging, skill-building assignments
• Mentoring and coaching from industry experts
• Launch & Learns and other learning opportunities
• Collaborative team-based work environment
• Networking and social events
• Final presentation to business leaders

Skyworks' Test Engineering Internships are offered in our High Performance Analog business group. Specific projects and responsibilities will be determined based on the business needs at the time of the internship assignment.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship by the company.

Responsibilities

• Support characterization, validation, and production testing of mixed-signal and analog semiconductor devices using Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
• Analyze wafer sort and final test data to identify yield trends, electrical failures, and opportunities for test optimization.
• Assist in debugging test hardware, probe cards, load boards, and test programs to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with product, design, and manufacturing engineers to investigate issues and perform root-cause analysis on failing devices.
• Execute bench-level electrical testing using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators to validate device performance.
• Develop Python, LabView and Excel-based automation tools for data analysis, report generation, and test result tracking.
• Perform correlation studies between characterization and production test environments to ensure measurement accuracy and test consistency.
• Document test procedures, debugging findings, and engineering reports to support product qualification and release activities.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by evaluating engineering samples and validating test coverage.
• Contribute to yield improvement initiatives through statistical analysis of test data and identification of manufacturing process variations.

Required Experience And Skills

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Basic understanding of semiconductor devices, electronic circuits, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, or MATLAB is a plus.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn new technologies and processes.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Desired Experience And Skills

• Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, wafer sort, or automated test equipment (ATE) is preferred.

Referral Bonus Program Reward (if Eligible)

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $29.00 - $49.00 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $23.00 - $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.