Foundation IP Design Verification Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Title

Foundation IP Design Verification Intern (Summer 2027)

Role Summary

Work with the Foundation IP team to support design verification for standard-cell libraries, memories, block-level IP, and chip-level integration across GlobalFoundries technologies. This paid internship provides hands-on experience in circuit and logic simulation, formal verification, post-silicon analysis, silicon debug, and automation using CAD, scripting, and AI-assisted tools.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship. Applicants must be at least a sophomore at time of application and actively enrolled in an accredited degree program.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities while on the internship:

• Perform circuit and logic design verification using SPICE and Verilog simulation.
• Support verification of Foundation IP: standard-cell libraries, memories, block-level IP, and chip integration.
• Apply AI-assisted methods and engineering data for performance prediction of Foundation IP.
• Contribute to formal verification activities and analyze results.
• Assist with post-silicon analysis and silicon debug where applicable.
• Develop scripts and use CAD tools to automate verification, analysis, and reporting tasks.
• Document methods, results, issues, and recommendations; communicate findings to the engineering team.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and perform tasks safely and responsibly.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications and logistic requirements; preferred skills are listed separately.

• English fluency (written and verbal).
• Availability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
• Enrollment in an accredited degree program is required (see Education Requirements for details).

Nice-to-have / preferred:

• Prior internship or co-op experience and demonstrated leadership in projects or competitions.
• Interest in AI-assisted engineering methods, performance modeling, post-silicon analysis, or silicon debug.
• Coursework or project experience in VLSI design, digital logic, circuit simulation, or semiconductor devices.
• Familiarity with SPICE, Verilog, formal verification, or electronic design automation tools.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl, or Shell.
• Project management, planning, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education Requirements

Must be at least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field through an accredited degree program during the internship. Applicants should have at least an overall 3.0 GPA 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.