About the role#
MACOM is looking for a Validation Engineer Intern to join our team in Newport Beach. You will work with our high speed IC product lines for signal transport and optical media access. During this 12-week internship, you will complete an individual project with clear goals, receive training, and participate in a poster session to present your work.
What you'll do#
- Help senior engineers set up test equipment and hardware.
- Write and maintain automation scripts to support test processes.
- Study product features by reviewing data sheets and design documentation.
- Draft validation reports and maintain data logs.
- Coordinate the final review of your data with senior validation engineers.
What you'll need#
- You are currently in your senior year of a BSEE program or working toward an MSEE degree.
- Proficiency in C# programming is required.
- Experience with lab equipment is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Newport Beach, California.
- The position is full-time and paid with an hourly range of $20 to $47 per hour.
- This is a rolling internship term.
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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