HW/SW System and Application Engineer Intern-Summer 2027

NXP Semiconductors • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

Develop embedded firmware and/or FPGA logic for High Frequency Modem wireless interface evaluation and demonstration platforms. Develop Python tools for automated testing, data collection, and analysis; interface with evaluation hardware and laboratory equipment; and develop test cases to exercise wireless data-link operation under different conditions. Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and system-level validation. Analyze collected data to identify performance limitations or unexpected behaviors, contribute to demonstrations showcasing Wi-INT use cases, and document the test environment, results, and recommendations.

This is a Summer 2027 internship. Applicants must be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term. Applicants graduating before July 2027 are directed to apply for entry-level full-time roles.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog and FPGA development is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with embedded platforms.
• Experience with digital hardware design and testbench/simulation environments.
• Familiarity with Git and Linux.
• Exposure to PCB design and laboratory hardware debugging.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware and/or FPGA logic for High Frequency Modem wireless interface evaluation and demonstration platforms.
• Develop Python tools for automated testing, data collection, and analysis.
• Interface with evaluation hardware and laboratory equipment.
• Develop test cases to exercise wireless data-link operation under different conditions.
• Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and system-level validation.
• Analyze collected data and identify performance limitations or unexpected behaviors.
• Contribute to demonstrations showcasing Wi-INT use cases.
• Document the test environment, results, and recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern