Hardware Engineer Intern, Summer 2027

About the role#

As a Hardware Engineer Intern on the FPGA Team, you will participate in a 10-week summer internship program. You will work alongside experienced Hardware and C++ Software Engineers to design and implement solutions for complex technical challenges. This role involves taking full ownership of a specific project, with the opportunity to present your accomplishments at the end of the program.

What you'll do#

• Collaborate with team members to investigate and create automated trading algorithms.
• Work on high-performance computing systems to optimize speed and performance.
• Develop and implement designs that are both testable and adaptable to changing market conditions.
• Contribute to technical projects that impact the firm's trading operations.

What you'll need#

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date by August 2029.
• A minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Knowledge of digital logic circuit design using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment.

Location & details#

• Location: Chicago, Illinois.
• Term: Summer 2027.
• Modality: On-site.
• Employment: Full-time internship.
• Sponsorship: Available.