IP Design Engineering Intern, Design Verification (Fall 2026)

Job Title

IP Design Engineering Intern — Design Verification (Fall 2026)

Role Summary

Internship within the IP Design Engineering group focused on design verification for RISC-V architecture processors and cores. The role supports verification activities, test development, coverage closure, and methodology/flow improvements.

The internship provides mentorship, hands-on verification assignments, and exposure to industry-standard verification tools and flows.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Internship. Candidates should be at least a sophomore in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program and able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the internship.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities involve verification of processor/core IP and development of verification flows and test infrastructure.

• Perform design verification tasks for RISC-V architecture processors/cores.
• Review design documents and RISC-V standard specifications.
• Create test plans and tests, debug test cases, and drive coverage closure.
• Develop models, flows, and verification methodologies.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and perform work safely.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, work expectations, and communication capabilities for the internship.

• Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills (English).
• Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of assembly programming.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and languages quickly.
• Availability to work at least 20 hours per week during the internship.

Nice-to-have:

• Prior internship or co-op experience in verification, architecture, or related areas.
• Demonstrated leadership in projects, competitions, or teams.
• Project management skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity.

Education Requirements

At least a sophomore-level student actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field from an accredited program. Curriculum should include computer architecture and VLSI design topics. Overall GPA of at least 3.0 is required.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.