RTL Design and Verification Intern

Job Title

RTL Design and Verification Intern

Role Summary

Summer internship on the RTL design and verification team developing Ultra Accelerator Link (UAL) controller IP. You will work with engineers on real semiconductor design projects, applying classroom knowledge to industry workflows and common EDA tools.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship (student). Intended for current undergraduate students; no professional experience required.

Responsibilities

Contribute to development and verification of digital hardware and participate in the full design workflow.

• Implement and verify RTL for UAL controller IP under engineer guidance.
• Translate digital logic designs into synthesizable RTL and support verification activities.
• Use professional verification, synthesis, and compiler tools (e.g., VCS, Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler) under supervision.
• Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and collaborative debugging sessions.
• Complete a full-time, in-office summer program (approximately 10–12 weeks) starting May 2027.

Requirements

Essential technical skills and workplace requirements. Education details are listed separately below.

• Foundational understanding of logic design principles and digital circuit fundamentals (from coursework or projects).
• Introductory programming experience (Python or similar).
• Eagerness to learn RTL development, verification methodologies, and industry tools in a hands-on environment.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Austin, TX for the internship period.
• Nice-to-have: introductory networking knowledge and exposure to VCS, Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, or similar EDA/synthesis tools.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field with foundational coursework in digital logic and circuit design. No mention of equivalent-experience language or graduate degrees.

About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.