Pre-Silicon Diagnostics Intern

Job Title

Pre-Silicon Diagnostics Intern

Role Summary

Internship supporting pre-silicon diagnostics and chip-level validation for HPE Slingshot NIC and switch ASICs. Work is on a cross-functional engineering team focused on emulator-based validation, test automation, and investigating hardware/software issues.

This role is hybrid with an average expectation of 2 days per week onsite at an HPE office.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship for undergraduate students; works under guidance of experienced engineers on defined projects and assignments.

Responsibilities

Support validation and test automation activities; collaborate with architecture, design, firmware, and software teams.

• Develop and execute chip-level validation tests for NIC and switch ASICs in emulator-based environments.
• Create software tools, scripts, and automated tests to improve validation coverage and efficiency.
• Analyze test results and investigate hardware and software issues discovered during validation.
• Contribute to test infrastructure and automation projects under senior engineer guidance.
• Document debug activities, test results, and project findings.
• Participate in technical design reviews, team meetings, and validation discussions.
• Complete a defined project (summer project) and present results to the engineering team.

Requirements

Key skills and experience expected for successful candidates.

• Must-have: Programming experience in Python, C++, Java, or similar (coursework, projects, or internships).
• Must-have: Familiarity with Linux/Unix command-line environments.
• Must-have: Understanding of computer architecture, digital logic, networking, operating systems, or embedded systems concepts.
• Must-have: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective written and verbal communication in English.
• Must-have: Ability to learn new technologies and work collaboratively on a team.
• Preferred: Coursework or project experience in computer networking, operating systems, or digital design; exposure to FPGA, ASIC, or hardware validation concepts.
• Preferred: Familiarity with test automation and Python scripting, experience with Git, and interest in HPC, AI infrastructure, or large-scale networking.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (undergraduate status required).

About the Company

Company: Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Headquarters: Spring, TX, United States

Global enterprise technology company delivering hybrid cloud, edge-to-cloud platforms, servers, storage, networking, and IT services to help organizations build, run, and secure applications and infrastructure at scale.