Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

GlobalFoundries•Austin, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Software Engineering Intern will contribute to an innovative software performance-tuning application for MIPS RISC-V microprocessors. This role provides hands-on experience with application development, simulation and modeling concepts, developer tools, performance analysis, testing, and customer-focused software workflows.

Requirements

At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
English (Written & Verbal) Fluency
Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship or co-op experience
Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.
Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills
Strong programming fundamentals developed through coursework, labs, personal projects, open-source contributions, internships, or research.
Interest in developer tools, application frameworks, data visualization, computer architecture, RISC-V, simulation, performance tuning, compilers, operating systems, or low-level software systems.

Responsibilities

Contribute to well-scoped software features, prototypes, tests, automation, and tooling improvements under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Learn how the application supports software performance tuning for MIPS RISC-V microprocessors, including front-end workflows, back-end simulation concepts, and data visualization.
Assist with debugging, testing, documentation, and enhancements that improve product quality, usability, and developer productivity.
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, team meetings, and technical demonstrations, and present project progress and outcomes to mentors and team members.
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.