Role Summary
The Research Intern will play a key role in the CPU group focusing on Generative AI (GenAI) methods for Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and Verification in Electronic Design Automation (EDA).
Experience Level
Entry-level, suitable for candidates in a PhD program.
Responsibilities
The intern will be responsible for:
- Surveying and exploring current state-of-the-art GenAI methods in EDA workflows.
- Leading research in GenAI methods for RTL coding, synthesis, and verification processes.
- Procuring models and performing experiments to gather data for research evaluation.
- Publishing papers and/or filing patents related to research topics.
Requirements
Essential qualifications include:
- Proficient knowledge of GenAI and Machine Learning (ML), with familiarity in EDA tools.
- Experience in RTL coding, synthesis, and verification.
- Research experience in Reinforcement Learning (RL), Neural Networks, and their applications.
- Strong skills in experimenting with and evaluating foundational models for domain-specific EDA tasks.
- Hands-on experience researching and writing papers.
- Highly analytical, organized, and detail-oriented; capable of working independently and in a team.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Education Requirements
Information not specified; however, preference is given to candidates enrolled in a PhD program.
About the Company
Company: Futurewei Technologies
Headquarters: San Jose, California, United States
Futurewei Technologies is a leading research and development company focused on cutting-edge technologies in the field of Electronic Design Automation (EDA). The company specializes in innovative solutions that enhance IC design and verification processes through advanced methods such as Generative AI and machine learning.

Date Posted: 2026-03-24