About the role#
Nokia is hiring two full-time interns for a Mixed Signal Circuit Design Coop position. This role is based on-site in San Jose, California, for the Winter 2027 term, running from January 2027 through May 2027.
What you'll do#
You will work on high-speed analog and mixed-signal circuits, specifically focusing on ADCs and DACs. Your primary tasks include designing, implementing, and simulating circuit performance. You will also create layout floor plans to optimize overall results and analyze the trade-offs between different circuit topologies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with CAD tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, Incisive, Calibre, EMX, and Totem EM/IR.
- Familiarity with analog or mixed-signal IPs or chips in deep submicron CMOS technologies.
- A solid understanding of device physics and how layout effects impact performance.
- Ability to perform behavioral modeling of blocks and circuits using Verilog-A or Verilog-AMS.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California (On-site).
- Term: January 2027 to May 2027.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Nokia
Nokia provides technology for fixed, mobile, and transport networks. The company focuses on telecommunications, software, and services. It maintains headquarters in Espoo, Southern Finland. The organization operates as a public company with over 100,000 employees.
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