Intern - Compute DSP/AI Processor Engineering Internship in Markham

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At Qualcomm Canada, our Compute DSP/AI Processor team is looking for ASIC design and verification engineering interns interested in developing world-class machine learning technologies. Under the supervision of an experienced engineer, the intern will contribute to design, verification, and modelling of ASIC HW IP (blocks) and sub-systems that may be used in machine learning end-user applications.

Responsibilities may include:

• Implement modules in hardware design languages such as SystemVerilog and HLS C/C++/SystemC
• Implement tests at both module and sub-system levels using UVM and SystemVerilog
• Identify interface requirements for modules developed by others and integrate them into larger subsystems
• Implement reference and bus-functional models using C++, SystemC, or Python
• Implement design/verification methodology and automation using Python, Perl, or TCL
• Make significant contributions to silicon debug and analysis
• Perform power analysis to identify/fix power bugs and contribute to power modelling/reporting

Minimum Qualifications:

• Digital Logic, Digital Design, Verilog/VHDL
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant academic or personal project experience
• Relevant industry experience (internship, summer work, or others)
• Knowledge of digital design building blocks and their implementation
• Knowledge of ASIC design and simulation tool sets
• Knowledge of hardware description languages
• Knowledge of verification methodology
• Knowledge of scripting languages
• Knowledge of version control

Education Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Must be available for 16 months: May 2027 - August 2028
• Expected graduation date of November 2028 or later.
• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc.

Qualcomm’s Internship Program offers competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, and a housing stipend for the duration of your internship. We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you.

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