Field Application Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Title

Field Application Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Role Summary

Join GlobalFoundries as a Field Application Engineering (FAE) intern to provide technical support to customers, assist evaluations of GF technologies, and help drive successful design wins leading to tapeouts and first-time-right silicon.

You will work with cross-functional teams and GF subject-matter experts to translate customer requirements into technical evaluations, documentation, and support during the tapeout process.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship. Intended for current undergraduate students (sophomore or above) seeking a summer internship; full-time availability during the internship period is required.

Responsibilities

Core responsibilities focus on customer-facing technical support, cross-functional collaboration, and documentation to enable successful design tapeouts.

• Learn GF technology offerings and key differentiators by engaging with internal experts.
• Support technical evaluations and the tapeout process in partnership with subject-matter experts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology choices with customer application requirements.
• Prepare clear, customer-facing technical documentation demonstrating how GF technologies address application challenges.
• Participate in customer interactions and provide technical support during evaluation cycles.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security procedures in all activities.

Requirements

Must-have skills and availability for the internship period; preferred items listed separately.

Must-have

• English fluency (written and verbal).
• Ability to work full-time during the internship (at least 40 hours per week).
• Work safely and follow EHS&S requirements.

Nice-to-have

• Prior internship or co-op experience in a technical role.
• Leadership experience in projects, competitions, or student organizations.
• Interest in applying AI tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity and decision-making.
• Project management and problem-solving skills; ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, EDA tools, and Linux.
• Relevant coursework in circuit design, semiconductor device physics, or materials science.

Education Requirements

Must be at least a sophomore and actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field at an accredited institution during the internship. Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and be in good academic standing.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.