Intern - Engineering (ASIC Verification)
MicrochipJob Title
Intern - Engineering (ASIC Verification)
Role Summary
Join the Data Center Solutions verification team to develop and validate next-generation data center storage products, including enterprise NVMe SSD controllers and other PCIe-based SoC designs. Work will focus on IP/subsystem and SoC-level verification under mentorship from experienced engineers.
Position is onsite at the San Jose facility. No travel required.
Experience Level
Entry-level internship (part-time). Suitable for students or early-career candidates seeking hands-on ASIC verification experience.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include verification, test development, and debugging in an SoC environment.
- Learn storage-related technologies: ARM, AXI, PCIe, NVMe, DDR, NAND Flash, DMA, encryption.
- Develop and run verification in a UVM testbench environment.
- Debug and root-cause failures in SoC simulations and verification runs.
- Write and run Embedded C test code for target validation.
- Develop and execute verification scripts using Python, TCL, and Shell.
- Work under the guidance of a technical lead and collaborate with engineering team members.
Requirements
Technical skills and attributes required or strongly preferred.
- Must-have: Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and C programming.
- Must-have: Scripting skills in TCL, Python, or Shell.
- Must-have: Strong analytical, programming, debugging, and scripting abilities.
- Must-have: Good verbal and written communication; ability to work independently and in a team.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with simulation tools, UVM, and SoC verification environments.
Education Requirements
Actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BS). A Master of Science (MS) is preferred. Relevant coursework includes digital design, computer architecture, and C programming.
About the Company
Company: Microchip
Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA
Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.
