Application Engineer Intern
RenesasJob Title
Application Engineer Intern
Role Summary
Summer 2027 internship focused on DDR5 power and memory system validation, implementation, and optimization. The intern will perform lab measurements, system-level analysis, and develop automation and simulation tools to improve power efficiency and performance.
Work closely with design, product, test, packaging and other cross-functional teams to validate products and produce technical documentation and reports.
Experience Level
Entry-level internship. Short-term Summer 2027 role (May 24 - August 13).
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities for this internship role include:
- Validate new DDR5-related power modules and memory controller products using bench measurements to verify full functionality and compliance with customer and industry requirements.
- Perform system-level analysis to identify performance bottlenecks and develop strategies to improve power efficiency without degrading performance.
- Develop and maintain bench automation software and simulation models to collect and analyze power-consumption data at chip, board, and system levels.
- Collaborate with design, product, test, packaging, and other teams to ensure product performance and specification requirements are met.
- Prepare technical documentation including specifications, datasheets, validation reports, power analysis reports, and test plans.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and capabilities for the role.
- Strong understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuits (e.g., amplifiers, temperature sensors, ADC/DAC, voltage regulators, power components).
- Programming experience with LabVIEW, Python, or similar languages for bench automation and data analysis.
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.
- Ability to collect and analyze measurement data and to develop simulation models.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to document results and explain technical concepts to cross-functional teams and customers.
Education Requirements
Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field; candidates must not have graduated before September 2027 (i.e., enrolled through at least September 2027). No alternative "equivalent experience" language was provided.
About the Company
Company: Renesas
Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan
Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.
