Intern - HBM SoC Physical Design Engineer

Micron • Folsom, CA

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About The Position

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. The HBM Physical Design team is responsible for implementing advanced High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) SoC and base die designs that enable next-generation AI, high-performance computing, and data center solutions. The team collaborates across architecture, RTL, verification, DFT, and signoff engineering to deliver high-performance, power-efficient silicon while developing innovative design methodologies and automation solutions. As an SoC Physical Design Intern on the HBM team, you will work alongside experienced engineers to support the implementation of advanced HBM SoC designs. You will gain hands-on experience with physical design methodologies, timing analysis, signoff flows, and automation while contributing to the development of next-generation memory products that power AI and high-performance computing applications.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of relevant experience through internships, research, coursework, or academic projects in ASIC design, VLSI, digital IC design, computer architecture, or physical design.
• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of ASIC design flow concepts, including synthesis, place-and-route, static timing analysis, and physical verification.
• Understanding of timing fundamentals such as setup/hold analysis, clock skew, timing constraints, and critical path analysis.
• Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, Perl, and/or Shell.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and large language models (LLMs) such as Copilot, Claude, or similar technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience through coursework, research, or internships with RTL-to-GDSII implementation flows.
• Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Innovus/Tempus, Synopsys ICC2/PrimeTime, Siemens Calibre, or equivalent platforms.
• Knowledge of multi-mode, multi-corner timing analysis, power intent methodologies, power delivery networks, or IR/EM analysis.
• Understanding of DRC, LVS, parasitic extraction, signal integrity, clock tree synthesis, or congestion analysis concepts.
• Experience developing automation solutions, dashboards, or engineering workflows using Python, Tcl, or related scripting languages.
• Interest in HBM, DRAM, advanced packaging, memory-centric SoCs, or high-performance digital design.

Responsibilities

• Support the physical implementation of SoC design blocks, including floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis, routing, and physical optimization activities.
• Analyze timing, power, area, congestion, and physical verification results to find opportunities for design improvement and optimization.
• Assist with static timing analysis, timing closure, and debugging across multiple operating modes and process corners.
• Develop and enhance automation tools, scripts, reports, and workflows using Python, Tcl, shell scripting, and AI-assisted solutions.
• Collaborate with multi-functional engineering teams to document results, participate in design reviews, and present technical findings.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Paid family leave
• Robust paid time-off program
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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