Intern, Test Engineering

Job Title

Intern, Test Engineering

Role Summary

Join the PAT (Probe, Assembly & Test) Operations team supporting Radiation Hardened IC production for space applications. The intern will assist Test Engineers in transferring automated test solutions between test handler platforms for analog/mixed-signal and power-management ICs.

Work is hands-on and 100% onsite at Palm Bay, FL, involving hardware design tasks, software debugging, data analysis, and preparation of production qualification plans.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship for students currently enrolled in a BS or MS program; no prior professional experience required beyond relevant coursework or lab experience.

Responsibilities

Typical duties include:

• Support transfer of automated test programs between handler platforms for ATE and pick-and-place test handlers.
• Design and prototype simple test hardware and fixtures.
• Write, debug, and validate software modules for test systems (ATE scripts, supporting code).
• Troubleshoot test setups and resolve hardware/software issues.
• Collect and analyze test and process data using statistical methods.
• Develop and document production qualification plans and present them to review boards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams: Product, Reliability, Process, and Test Engineering.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, eligibility, and attributes:

• Familiarity with manufacturing statistical concepts (mean, std. dev, SPC, CPK, Gage R&R, ANOVA).
• Programming experience in Python, C/C++, and/or SQL.
• Hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes and bench setups.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; attention to detail and ability to work in teams.
• US citizenship required due to ITAR restrictions.

Nice-to-have:

• Familiarity with JMP or other statistical analysis software.

Education Requirements

Currently working toward a BS or MS in Microelectronic Engineering (MicroE) or Electrical Engineering (EE). No alternative degrees or equivalent-experience language specified.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.