Intern - MSIP Digital Design Engineering Internship in Toronto

Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G, ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5G's potential into world-changing technologies and products.

At Qualcomm, we're committed to engineering human progress by delivering intelligent computing everywhere. We're passionate about harnessing the power of technology to transform industries and improve lives. Our early career programs offer limitless opportunities for growth, mentorship, and meaningful work. By joining our team, you'll be part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI, computing, and connectivity.

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Our group is focused on creating next-generation SerDes IP for Qualcomm’s expanding roadmap. We deliver industry-leading high-speed interconnect solutions targeting High-Performance Computing and Artificial Intelligence applications. We are looking for enthusiastic Digital Design Engineering Intern(s) to join our fun and dynamic team of talented innovators.

Why You’ll Love Interning with Our Team:

• Impact: You will work on real projects that are critical to our product roadmap.
• Mentorship: You will be paired with an engineer dedicated to your growth and success.
• Learning: You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Career Growth: Successful interns will be first in line for full-time offers upon graduation.
• Team Culture: Have fun, try new things, and build connections through team events and group activities.

Responsibilities may include:

• Learn High-Speed Interconnect fundamentals and principles of SerDes Design.
• Own the end-to-end design of new features and/or optimizations.
• Implement modules in hardware design languages such as System Verilog.
• Assess design requirements/specifications and devise implementation plans.
• Analyze test failures to uncover design bugs.
• Improve design workflows for efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure design quality with industry methodology and tools.
• Employ AI-enabled tools and infrastructure to accelerate development.
• Take on opportunities to lead, plan, and coordinate tasks with team members.
• Cross-functional collaboration with other teams including design verification, front-end integration, systems, analog, firmware/software, physical design, and project management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Computer or Electrical Engineering university program.
• Experience with Digital logic / Digital design.
• Relevant academic or personal project experience.
• Knowledge of Verilog/System Verilog, Python, Perl, C/C++, Linux/Unix environment.
• Working knowledge of scripting in the Linux/Unix environment.
• Knowledge of ASIC design and simulation tool sets (synthesis, simulator).
• Some basic understanding of the ASIC design flow.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Strong initiative and independently capable of driving tasks to completion.

Education Requirements:

• In study towards a bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• For 16-month internships: must be available May/June 2027 - August/September 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 provides interns with world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. You’ll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success.

We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you. Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to evaluate their technical skill set.

This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries. Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process.