HW/SW System and Application Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
NXP SemiconductorsJob Title
HW/SW System and Application Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Role Summary
Work on embedded firmware, FPGA logic, and automation tools to evaluate and demonstrate high-frequency modem wireless interfaces. The role sits on an engineering team focused on hardware bring-up, system validation, and demonstration development for wireless data-link use cases.
Experience Level
Entry-level internship. Suitable for current students returning to school after the summer term.
Responsibilities
Primary hands-on engineering and test activities for evaluation platforms and demonstrations.
- Develop embedded firmware and/or FPGA logic for wireless interface evaluation and demo platforms.
- Create Python tools for automated testing, data collection, and analysis.
- Interface with evaluation hardware and laboratory equipment; support hardware bring-up and debugging.
- Develop and run test cases to exercise wireless data-link operation under varying conditions.
- Analyze collected data to identify performance limitations or unexpected behavior.
- Contribute to demonstrations showcasing Wi-INT use cases and document test environments, results, and recommendations.
Requirements
Technical skills and practical experience expected for successful performance in the internship.
- Must-have: Experience with C/C++ and Python.
- Must-have: Familiarity with embedded platforms and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
- Must-have: Experience using Git and Linux-based development environments.
- Nice-to-have: Verilog/SystemVerilog and FPGA development experience.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with digital hardware design, testbench/simulation environments, or laboratory hardware debugging.
- Nice-to-have: Exposure to PCB design and working with test/measurement equipment.
Education Requirements
Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Candidates must be current students and returning to school (or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term). If graduating before July 2027, applicants should apply to entry-level full-time roles instead.
About the Company
Company: NXP Semiconductors
Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.
