UWB Radar Signal Processing & Algorithms Intern - Summer 2027

NXP Semiconductors•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NXP is seeking engineering students for a hands-on UWB Radar Modem internship involving signal processing, machine learning, algorithm development, simulation, experimental validation, and real-hardware prototyping. The intern will research and evaluate algorithms, build development and data-analysis tools, run laboratory experiments, collect and analyze radar measurements, and prototype sensing capabilities using real-world data and hardware. The position involves collaboration across systems, algorithms, RF, hardware, software, and applications teams, along with documenting and presenting results. The role is based at NXP’s Irvine, California office and requires on-site work five days per week. The internship is 40 hours per week. Candidates must meet NXP’s internship eligibility requirements and be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term. Candidates graduating before July 2027 are directed to apply for entry-level full-time roles. The stated California base salary range is $64,400 to $109,800 annually. NXP notes that total compensation may vary based on qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Company benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and paid leave. NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
Strong foundation in digital signal processing, signals and systems, communication theory, linear algebra, probability, or related areas.
Programming experience with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar languages.
Ability to translate mathematical concepts into simulations and working implementations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
Meet NXP internship eligibility requirements, including applicable student-status and graduation-date requirements.
Be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term.
Work on-site five days per week in the Irvine office; the internship is 40 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Machine learning applied to sensing or signal-processing problems.
Embedded or real-time signal-processing implementation experience.
Laboratory measurements, RF test equipment, or hardware experimentation experience.
Research, coursework, or technical projects in signal processing, radar, wireless systems, sensing, machine learning, localization, or related areas.
Prior UWB or radar experience is not required; strong fundamentals and demonstrated ability to solve challenging technical problems are valued.

Responsibilities

Research, develop, and evaluate signal-processing and machine-learning algorithms for UWB Radar applications.
Build simulation, algorithm-development, and data-analysis tools.
Design and conduct laboratory experiments, collect radar measurements, and analyze system performance.
Develop tools for measurement automation, data collection, and chip/system validation.
Prototype and demonstrate new sensing capabilities using real-world radar data and hardware.
Document results and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and demonstrations.
Collaborate with engineers across systems, algorithms, RF, hardware, software, and applications teams.