Applied AI Engineering Intern (Hardware Systems) – Canada in Vancouver

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. Qualcomm relentlessly innovates, transforming businesses, enriching lives, and fortifying societies. Our solutions are pivotal in crafting a smarter, interconnected world.

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.

Our projects span AI-assisted RTL generation and analysis, agentic design automation, functional verification, and intelligent engineering workflows that help shape the future of hardware development. As a co-op engineer, you'll work on impactful projects such as:

• Develop AI agents and intelligent workflows for hardware design and verification.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI agents, RAG, machine learning, or workflow automation.
• Apply LLMs to RTL/SystemVerilog generation, analysis, debugging, and code understanding.
• Build automation flows spanning C/C++, SystemC and RTL development.
• Create and evaluate benchmark datasets for hardware-focused AI applications.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, and verification on cutting-edge engineering challenges.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C/C++.
• Understanding of digital design, computer architecture, or hardware systems.
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments.
• Passion for AI, machine learning, LLMs, and semiconductor technology.
• Self-motivated, creative, and eager to solve challenging technical problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog, RTL, FPGA design, or hardware verification.
• Familiarity with Git, scripting, and software development best practices.

Education Requirements:

• In study towards a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, 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.

Qualcomm’s Internship Program provides interns with world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. Interns will be paired with a mentor, receive support from their manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure success. The program includes professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.

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.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process.