About the role#
The Ignite Internship is a 12-week summer program for first and second year undergraduate students. It provides hands-on experience working with technical experts on real projects. You will participate in an immersive program that covers the company products, culture, and ecosystem.
What you'll do#
- Work directly with technical experts on active projects.
- Gain exposure to the company ecosystem and internal culture.
- Engage in areas such as AI, machine learning, automotive technology, embedded software, GPU software, and robotics.
What you'll need#
- You must be a first-year or second-year undergraduate student at a four-year university in the United States.
- You are pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Your resume must include your anticipated graduation date.
- You have basic knowledge of at least one of these languages: C, C++, Python, Perl, or MATLAB.
- You are currently enrolled in computing and engineering courses focused on software basics.
- You show initiative through clubs, leadership roles, or extracurricular projects.
- You possess a problem-solving mindset and a willingness to learn new tools and skills.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site role in Santa Clara, California.
- The program runs during the summer of 2027.
- The company provides a housing stipend and covers one-time round-trip travel expenses for students living more than 50 miles away.
- This is a paid internship with an hourly rate between 20 USD and 56 USD.
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA operates as a computer hardware manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 1993, the company focuses on accelerated computing and graphics technology. It produces hardware for markets including artificial intelligence, gaming, and data centers. The organization employs over 50,000 people and maintains a global presence.
How to get in at NVIDIA
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