VHDL RTL Hardware Intern — FPGA Design & Testing

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) invites applications for a Hardware Engineering Intern focused on VHDL RTL digital logic in our R&D Communications group. You will contribute to FPGA‑based modules like Ethernet security gateways and network clocks in Pullman, WA, while collaborating with cross‑functional engineers to deliver robust products.

We offer competitive pay and benefits. Interns gain real‑world experience and may transition to full‑time roles after graduation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with at least 2 years of technical coursework completed.
• Strong writing, technical documentation and speaking.
• Ability to rapidly learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL and negative drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and code VHDL RTL digital logic for FPGA systems.
• Prepare and maintain internal RTL design documentation.
• Conduct peer design reviews.
• Write test plans and develop testbenches and stimulus; analyze verification results.
• Collaborate with cross‑discipline engineers to deliver products for critical infrastructure.

Skills

VHDL RTL

OO programming

Technical writing

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Electrical/Computer Engineering (in progress)

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) invites applications for a Hardware Engineering Intern focused on VHDL RTL digital logic in our R&D Communications group. You will contribute to FPGA‑based modules like Ethernet security gateways and network clocks in Pullman, WA, while collaborating with cross‑functional engineers to deliver robust products.

We offer competitive pay and benefits. Interns gain real‑world experience and may transition to full‑time roles after graduation.