About the role#
Teradyne is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join the Innovation Lab group. You will work hands-on as part of a team to design, simulate, prototype, and characterize RF and microwave hardware for advanced instrumentation. This role involves the design, build, test, and refinement of next-generation mm-wave instrumentation. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and present technical findings to practicing engineers.
What you'll do#
- Evaluate RF, microwave, and mm-wave hardware, including transmission lines, waveguide components, interconnects, antennas, and passive structures.
- Develop electrical schematics, circuit models, PCB layouts, and prototype hardware using engineering tools.
- Conduct RF measurements using equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
- Assemble, troubleshoot, and characterize RF and microwave prototypes.
- Create test setups and laboratory automation programs for measurement, data collection, and analysis.
- Analyze measured and simulated data, document results, and present technical findings to engineering teams.
- Work with mechanical, manufacturing, and electrical engineers to address packaging, interconnect, fabrication, and system-integration requirements.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience with electrical laboratory equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, or network analyzers.
- Strong hardware aptitude and comfort with hands-on assembly, measurement, troubleshooting, and prototyping.
- Ability to communicate effectively in technical discussions and written summaries.
- Coursework or experience in RF, microwave engineering, electromagnetics, antennas, or high-frequency circuit design.
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
- Experience with laboratory automation and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
- Familiarity with basic EM theory, s-parameters, soldering, cable assembly, PCB bring-up, and hardware troubleshooting.
- Experience with electromagnetic or RF simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Keysight ADS, or AWR Microwave Office.
Location & details#
- Location: North Reading, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through April).
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship with a base hourly range of $25.50 to $47.00.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.
About Teradyne
Teradyne operates in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces test solutions for electronic systems, wireless devices, and semiconductors. It also manufactures collaborative and mobile robots for industrial automation. Founded in 1960, the firm is based in North Reading, Massachusetts. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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