Digital and Programmable Logic Engineer Intern

Viasat, Inc. • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

As an intern, you will learn to design, develop, and test digital electronics, including FPGAs, for commercial, military, airborne, and space products. You will collaborate with RF, power converter, mechanical, embedded software, manufacturing, and test engineers to support successful product development and transfer to production.

The internship program is site-based. Site-based employees work at least three days (60% or more) per week from a Viasat office or work location during a standard five-day work week. Onsite or hybrid arrangements depend on the role and team. Interns must be available to work 40 hours per week for the full internship duration. Two cohort options are offered: May 17, 2027–August 6, 2027, or June 21, 2027–September 10, 2027. Limited availability exceptions may be granted. Housing assistance is available subject to eligibility. Intern compensation is predetermined based on factors including role, location, and degree level, and is non-negotiable.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Final graduation date must fall between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Available to work 40 hours per week for the full internship program duration; limited exceptions may be granted.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Knowledge of digital hardware design fundamentals.
• Knowledge of FPGA design methodology.
• Knowledge of FPGA verification.
• Experience with test equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of basic digital design, Verilog, and SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Learn to design, develop, and test digital electronics, including FPGAs, for commercial, military, airborne, and space products.
• Collaborate with RF, power converter, mechanical, embedded software, manufacturing, and test engineers to support product development and transfer to production.

Benefits

• Housing assistance is available pending eligibility.
• Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package.
• Medical, financial, and/or other benefits may be offered depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern