Hardware Design for Test (DFT) Intern (2027)
NVIDIAJob Title
Hardware Design for Test (DFT) Intern (2027)
Role Summary
Full-time, 12-week hardware DFT internship supporting NVIDIA hardware teams. Interns design, implement, and validate test architectures and DFT features that enable silicon verification and production test.
Work includes measurable project deliverables related to scan/ATPG, memory and logic BIST, compression, timing and debug using industry EDA tools and scripting. Hourly rate: $20–$71 USD; interns are eligible for intern benefits.
Experience Level
Internship — intended for Master's or Ph.D. students. Full-time, 12-week summer internship.
Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include:
- Design and implement DFT architectures (scan chains, compression, BIST).
- Develop and run ATPG, boundary scan, JTAG tests and at-speed testing validation.
- Perform static timing analysis and pre‑/post‑silicon issue debug.
- Develop scripts and small tools to automate EDA flows and test flows.
- Collaborate with hardware, validation, and cross‑functional teams to deliver testable silicon.
Requirements
Essential technical skills and experience:
- Course or project experience in DFT, digital design, test architecture, STA, or silicon debug.
- Experience with scan chain design, ATPG, memory BIST, logic BIST, or compression techniques.
- Familiarity with scripting/programming such as Perl, TCL, C, C++, or Python.
- Familiarity with Linux and common EDA tool usage (examples: Synopsys, Cadence tools).
- Ability to work full-time for the 12-week internship period and deliver project results.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Education Requirements
Must be actively enrolled in and pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field for the full duration of the internship. Anticipated graduation month and year must be indicated on resume/CV.
About the Company
Company: NVIDIA
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.
