About the role#
As a Design Engineer Intern, you will join our Analog / Mixed Signal Design team in Hillsboro. You will focus on the design of circuits for optical communications. This position allows you to gain hands-on experience while taking ownership of a specific, business-critical project. You will receive ongoing supervision and formal feedback throughout your 12-week term.
What you'll do#
- Complete an individual project with clear outcome goals.
- Participate in an intern webinar series.
- Attend networking and social events to build professional relationships.
- Present your project results, including successes and pitfalls, at a poster session.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an MS or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, preferably near graduation.
- Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Capacity to work well within a team environment.
- Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Spectre design tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Hillsboro, Oregon.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About MACOM
MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for the telecommunications, data center, industrial, and aerospace markets. Founded in 1950, the company produces RF, microwave, and millimeter wave solutions along with optoelectronics. It maintains a global presence with its headquarters in Lowell, Massachusetts, and multiple facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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