Electrical Engineering Intern

Location: San Jose, CA - Hybrid (4 days / Friday remote)

Job Summary:

Semtech Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and technically advanced intern to join our MEMS & Solutions Department for Summer 2026. This internship offers a unique and hands-on opportunity to contribute directly to silicon verification and characterization activities for Semtech's cutting-edge MEMS-based sensing and mixed-signal semiconductor products.

Responsibilities:

Silicon Verification & Characterization

• Support silicon bring-up, verification, and characterization of new MEMS and mixed-signal semiconductor devices

• Develop and execute test plans for characterizing analog and mixed-signal circuit performance including gain, bandwidth, noise, linearity, and power consumption

• Utilize lab instruments including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators to measure and validate silicon performance against design specifications

• Analyze characterization data and generate detailed reports summarizing findings, anomalies, and recommendations for design iteration

Analog & Mixed-Signal Circuit Evaluation

• Apply knowledge of analog CMOS design principles to evaluate and validate MEMS sensor interface circuits and mixed-signal front-end designs

• Support evaluation of operational transconductance amplifiers, class AB output stages, and other analog building blocks in silicon

• Use simulation tools including Cadence Virtuoso and Spectre to compare measured silicon performance against pre-silicon simulations

• Identify and document performance deviations between simulated and measured results

Firmware & Embedded Systems Support

• Develop and maintain embedded C firmware to support silicon evaluation platforms and automated test routines

• Support integration of MEMS sensor devices with microcontroller-based evaluation boards using STM32, ARM Cortex-M, or similar platforms

• Write scripts in Python or MATLAB to automate data collection, analysis, and reporting for characterization test sequences

• Support FPGA-based evaluation platforms using VHDL or Verilog as needed

Machine Learning & Data Analysis

• Apply machine learning techniques to analyze large characterization datasets and identify patterns, anomalies, and optimization opportunities

• Leverage experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras to support data-driven analysis of silicon performance data

• Develop automated data processing pipelines to streamline characterization workflows and improve engineering productivity

Documentation & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Generate clear and comprehensive technical documentation including test plans, characterization reports, and design observations

• Present findings and project updates to MEMS & Solutions engineering team and stakeholders

• Collaborate with design, test, and applications engineering teams to support overall product development objectives

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program completing your 4th year (Senior standing) by Summer 2026, or enrolled in a PhD program in Electrical Engineering or related field strongly preferred

• Required major: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related technical field

• Focus area in analog/mixed-signal VLSI, embedded systems, or semiconductor design strongly preferred

Technical Skills:

• Strong foundation in analog electronics, analog CMOS design, and VLSI design — required

• Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso and Spectre simulation — required

• Hands-on experience with embedded C firmware development on microcontroller platforms (STM32, ARM Cortex-M, PIC, MSP430) — required

• Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis and automation — required

• Knowledge of VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog and FPGA design — strongly preferred

• Experience with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras) — strongly preferred

• Familiarity with RF & microwave circuit design and digital signal processing (DSP) — a plus

• Experience with lab instruments (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, LTSpice, Keysight ADS) — a plus

• Knowledge of C++, Java, or Assembly programming — a plus

• Bilingual in English and Mandarin — a plus

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work through ambiguous technical challenges

• Detail-oriented with excellent technical documentation and communication abilities

• Self-starter who takes initiative and can work independently as well as collaboratively

• Intellectual curiosity and passion for semiconductor design and silicon engineering

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is USD $26/hr - $41/hr. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.