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PhD Research Intern, Circuits

NVIDIA
September 14, 2026
Internship
On-site
Santa Clara, California, United States
$38 - $94 USD hourly
Device Engineering Jobs, Level - Entry or Early Career

Job Title

PhD Research Intern, Circuits

Role Summary

Research intern on the NVIDIA Research Circuits team focused on high-performance, low-power circuit technologies and prototype circuits that advance processor computation and interconnect performance.

Work involves research, prototype design and implementation, and collaboration with internal product teams to transition technology into products.

Experience Level

Internship - PhD-level research role intended for enrolled PhD students.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Explore circuit approaches to optimize processor computation and interconnect performance and power.
  • Design and implement circuit approaches in prototype systems.
  • Collaborate with researchers and internal product teams across research and product roles.
  • Transfer developed technology to product groups.

Requirements

Must-have experience and skills:

  • Strong, broad knowledge of circuit design theory and practice.
  • Depth in one or more high-performance circuit areas (PLLs/clocking, SerDes/high-speed signaling, photonics, SRAMs, power delivery/regulation, security circuits, high-speed logic).
  • Power delivery research experience with focus on one or more of: novel digital/analog control architectures for fast transient response of power converters; EMI analysis and mitigation; power supply design and analysis for low-failure-rate applications.
  • Track record of research excellence or significant product development.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Education Requirements

Pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or a related technical field.


About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.

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Date Posted: 2026-09-13