About the role#
This is a 16-month internship based in Vancouver, Canada, starting in the summer of 2027. You will join teams working on AI-assisted RTL generation, agentic design automation, and functional verification. You will work alongside architecture, design, and verification teams to address engineering challenges.
What you'll do#
- Develop AI agents and intelligent workflows for hardware design and verification.
- Apply LLMs to RTL and SystemVerilog generation, debugging, analysis, and code understanding.
- Build automation flows using C, C++, SystemC, and RTL development.
- Create and evaluate benchmark datasets for hardware-focused AI applications.
- Gain hands-on experience with LLMs, RAG, machine learning, and workflow automation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C, or C++.
- Understanding of digital design, computer architecture, or hardware systems.
- Familiarity with Linux-based development environments.
- A self-motivated approach to solving technical problems.
- Preferred: Experience with Verilog, SystemVerilog, RTL, FPGA design, or hardware verification.
- Preferred: Familiarity with Git, scripting, and software development best practices.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 16 months (May/June 2027 to August/September 2028).
- Full-time internship.
- Paid position with housing stipend and accrued vacation time.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm manufactures semiconductors and develops computing technologies. Founded in 1985, the company maintains its headquarters in San Diego. It serves markets including mobile, automotive, and the internet of things. The organization employs more than 10,000 people and operates as a public company.
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