About the role#
Join the Foundation IP team to support design verification for standard-cell libraries, memories, block-level IP, and chip-level integration. You will gain hands-on experience with circuit and logic simulation, formal verification, and post-silicon analysis. This role involves using CAD, scripting, and AI tools to assist with VLSI design and performance prediction.
What you'll do#
- Perform circuit and logic design verification using SPICE and Verilog simulation.
- Support verification of Foundation IP and chip-level integration.
- Use AI-assisted methods and engineering data to predict performance for Foundation IP.
- Contribute to formal verification activities and analyze the results.
- Assist with post-silicon analysis and silicon debug.
- Develop scripts and use CAD tools to automate VLSI design, verification, and reporting tasks.
- Document your methods, results, and recommendations to share with the engineering team.
- Follow all safety, health, and security programs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as at least a sophomore in an Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related program.
- An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week.
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
- Coursework or project experience in VLSI design, digital logic, circuit simulation, or semiconductor devices.
- Familiarity with SPICE, Verilog, formal verification, or electronic design automation tools.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl, or Shell.
- Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
- Prior internship or co-op experience and demonstrated leadership in projects or competitions.
- Interest in AI-assisted engineering, performance modeling, and silicon debug.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries manufactures semiconductors for various industries including automotive, aerospace, and data centers. The company operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, Europe, and Asia. It was founded in 2009 and currently functions as a public company. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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