FY27 Intern - Compute DSP/AI Processor Engineering Internship (Canada, 16 months)

Job Title

FY27 Intern - Compute DSP/AI Processor Engineering Internship (Canada, 16 months)

Role Summary

Internship on the Compute DSP/AI Processor team in Markham, ON, working on ASIC hardware IP and sub-systems. The intern will support design, verification, and modelling under the guidance of an experienced engineer.

Work includes RTL/HLS implementation, verification, integration, and participation across ASIC development phases from specification to post-silicon debug.

Experience Level

Intern / Entry-level. This role is for students with limited professional experience. Applicants must be available for a 16-month placement (May 2027 – August 2028).

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include:

• Implement modules in hardware description languages (SystemVerilog, HLS C/C++, SystemC).
• Write and run tests at module and sub-system levels using UVM and SystemVerilog.
• Define and integrate module interfaces into larger subsystems.
• Develop reference and bus-functional models in C++, SystemC, or Python.
• Build verification and automation scripts/tools using Python, Perl, or TCL.
• Implement and debug synthesis constraints and static timing closure issues.
• Contribute to silicon debug, analysis, and correlation.
• Perform power analysis and contribute to power modelling and reporting.

Requirements

Must-have and preferred skills:

Must-have

• Practical knowledge of digital logic and digital design fundamentals.
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have

• Relevant academic or personal project experience in ASIC/hardware design or verification.
• Previous industry experience such as internships or co-ops.
• Knowledge of computer and multimedia architecture (CPU, interconnect, video, display, camera, graphics).
• Familiarity with digital design building blocks (memories, FIFOs, clock gating) and ASIC tool flows (synthesis, simulation).
• Experience with SystemVerilog, SystemC, HLS C/C++ and verification methodologies (UVM, assertions, coverage-driven verification).
• Scripting skills (Python, Perl, TCL, Shell) and version control (Git, ClearCase).

Education Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later. Must be available for a 16-month internship (May 2027 – August 2028). At least 1+ years of academic experience programming in C, C++, or Python.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.