Intern Digital Implementation

Job Title

Intern Digital Implementation

Role Summary

Cadence France seeks an intern to execute a full digital RTL-to-GDSII implementation flow using InnoStack, Cadence’s AI-powered engineering assistant. The intern will produce a fabrication-ready database and evaluate AI-guided methodologies while documenting lessons learned.

This role is project-focused and intended for a student who will drive implementation tasks, validate AI recommendations, and produce reproducible scripts, methodology, and a roadbook of effective prompts and practices.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship. Intended for final-year engineering or master’s students; no prior professional experience required beyond basic technical skills listed below.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities during the 6-month internship (starting Feb/Mar 2027):

• Learn and run a complete digital RTL-to-GDSII implementation flow using InnoStack as the primary guide.
• Generate and refine scripts, methodologies, and automation via AI-assisted interactions.
• Execute and optimize implementation stages using Cadence EDA tools.
• Analyze tool reports, diagnose issues, and resolve problems with InnoStack support.
• Validate AI recommendations and deliver a fabrication-ready database.
• Document best practices, effective prompts, limitations, and lessons learned in an InnoStack Experience Roadbook.
• Produce a final assessment of InnoStack’s effectiveness and recommended methodology for junior engineers.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and personal attributes.

• Basic knowledge of digital IC design concepts, RTL, and Linux.
• Practical scripting ability in Python and/or Tcl.
• Strong interest in semiconductor design, EDA tools, and AI-assisted engineering.
• Curious, autonomous, and able to learn complex technical workflows independently.
• Analytical problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills; able to work in a team.
• Fluent in English.

Nice-to-have:

• Exposure to ASIC/digital implementation flows.
• Experience with EDA tools and AI assistants.
• Basic knowledge of physical design concepts.
• Personal projects in semiconductors, AI, automation, or software development.

Education Requirements

Final-year Engineering student or Master’s student in Electronics, Microelectronics, or a related technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, computer engineering). The posting specifies academic enrollment at the final-year or master’s level; equivalent practical experience is not stated.

About the Company

Company: Cadence Design Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.