About the role#
The Hardware Design Engineering Intern will join a specialized R&D team in Austin, Texas. You will contribute to the development of advanced AI hardware solutions. This four-month internship covers the full product lifecycle, from initial concept to production. You will work on-site alongside mechanical, signal integrity, thermal, software, and test engineering teams.
What you'll do#
- Research system concepts and evaluate component requirements for advanced PCB designs.
- Execute schematic capture and assist in creating system specifications, bills of material, diagrams, and drawings.
- Perform hands-on testing, board bring-up, and hardware troubleshooting in the lab.
- Collaborate with internal teams to validate designs for signal integrity, thermal management, and circuit performance.
- Provide engineering support throughout the manufacturing and validation processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- A core focus on hardware development.
- Foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles, circuit design, and hardware engineering techniques.
- Working knowledge of schematic capture tools.
- Self-motivated approach to completing complex technical assignments.
- Experience with Cadence OrCad is a plus.
- Familiarity with Cadence Allegro is highly preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position ($24-30 USD/hour).
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Celestica
Celestica is a technology and innovation company founded in 1994. It provides hardware platform solutions, engineering, and supply chain services for industries including aerospace, healthcare, and data centers. The company supports hyperscalers with infrastructure for AI and cloud computing. Based in Toronto, Ontario, it operates as a public company with over 16,000 employees.
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