IP & Design Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)

Job Title

IP & Design Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)

Role Summary

Join GlobalFoundries' RF/mm-Wave Reference Design Team to develop mm-wave reference circuits for internal test chips and multi-project wafers (MPWs). Work includes schematic design, physical layout, parasitic extraction, pre- and post-layout simulation, and EM simulation to meet circuit performance targets.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship for graduate students (intern/co-op). Must be available to work full time (at least 40 hours/week) during the internship period.

Responsibilities

Primary technical responsibilities and safety expectations:

• Design and tape-out mm-Wave reference circuits for internal test chips and MPWs.
• Create schematic designs, perform physical layout, and run parasitic extraction.
• Perform pre- and post-layout circuit simulations and electromagnetic (EM) simulations.
• Optimize circuits to meet performance requirements and collaborate with design leads across concurrent projects.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and work safely.

Requirements

Core skills and expectations. Education requirements are summarized separately below.

Must-have:

• Transistor-level circuit design understanding.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with RF/mm-Wave circuit design.
• Proficiency with Cadence-based EDA tools.
• English fluency (written and verbal).
• Availability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with RF transceiver building blocks (PA, LNA, VCO, PLL, mixer, VGA).
• Familiarity with RF CMOS technologies (bulk, SOI).
• Prior internship or co-op experience and evidence of leadership on projects or competitions.
• Project management, planning, and strong communication skills.

Education Requirements

Master's (MS) or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline; specialization in RF, mm-Wave, mixed-signal, or analog IC design is preferred.

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.