About the role#
This Performance Engineering Co-op position is based within the Desktop Workstation R&D team. You will work alongside experienced engineers on early-stage projects to improve system performance and power behavior. This role involves data-driven analysis and the development of prototypes to support workstation workflows.
What you'll do#
- Assist with hardware data collection and system characterization.
- Analyze power and performance trends.
- Explore new methods for collecting and interpreting hardware data.
- Evaluate system behavior.
- Develop proof-of-concept AI-driven tools for workflow optimization.
- Provide basic software or scripting support.
- Document your findings throughout the project.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year college, with plans to return to school after the internship.
- Expected graduation date between Fall/Winter 2027 and Spring/Summer 2028.
- Ability to obtain US work authorization in 2028 without requiring future sponsorship.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Interest in computer hardware, embedded systems, performance analysis, data analysis, automation, or applied AI/ML.
- Familiarity with programming or AI development tools.
- Exposure to lab instruments, hardware debugging, or telemetry.
- Basic knowledge of statistical analysis.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Collins, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full time, paid.
About HP
HP operates as a public company within the IT services and consulting sector. The business maintains a global presence with headquarters in Palo Alto, California. It employs over 143,000 people across various international offices. The organization provides technology products and services to a broad customer base.
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