About the role#
Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL) operate as a full-cycle R&D center. Our work focuses on GPU, System IP, SoC Architecture, and AI/ML acceleration. We hire interns for various engineering teams and determine final placement based on your technical background, interests, and business needs. When you apply, you are considered for all available engineering teams.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with recruiters and interviewers to identify the team where you can make the greatest impact.
- Contribute to engineering projects across the full development lifecycle.
- Work in areas including architecture, modeling, RTL design, and verification.
- Engage with physical design, emulation, silicon validation, software, or engineering infrastructure tasks.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited U.S. college or university.
- Pursuit of an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Availability for a 12-week internship.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Relevant coursework, projects, research, or experience in technical areas such as programming, computer architecture, hardware design, or software development.
Location & details#
- Locations: Austin, Texas and San Jose, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid, hourly internship. Pay depends on location, academic standing, and relevant experience. Base pay ranges from $38.40 to $63.60 per hour in Austin and $48.00 to $78.00 per hour in San Jose.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, housing and transportation stipend, free onsite lunch, access to fitness center, wellness activities, social events, professional development resources, and dedicated mentorship.
- Note: This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information.
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics operates in the computers and electronics manufacturing industry. The company produces smartphones, televisions, semiconductors, and home appliances. It also develops medical devices and LED solutions. Founded in 1969, the organization maintains a global presence with headquarters in Suwon-Si, Gyeonggi-Do. It employs over 10,000 people.
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