Systems Engineering Intern

Job Title

Systems Engineering Intern

Role Summary

Internship on a systems engineering team focused on developing analog and digital ICs and system products from concept through production. The role supports IC design cycles, system-level activities, silicon evaluation, and cross-functional coordination with business units and customers.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship for current students. No specific years of professional experience required; role is intended for enrolled graduate students (see Education Requirements).

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop analog and digital chips and system products from concept to mass production.
• Execute high-speed IC design cycles and participate in system design activities.
• Interface with business units and customers to help define product roadmaps and requirements.
• Assess and negotiate IC development tradeoffs with design teams and customers.
• Evaluate silicon systems (hardware and software) and associated documentation.
• Gather user requirements, translate into functional specifications, and implement enhancements.
• Produce documentation for development lifecycle steps.
• Troubleshoot and debug system-related issues.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience:

• Understanding of system design, including writing IC design specifications, developing algorithms, and creating system reference models.
• Proficiency in structured and/or object‑oriented programming (C, C++).
• Experience with signal processing tools (MATLAB).

Nice-to-have:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Time management and ability to deliver projects on schedule.
• Self‑starter who can take initiative and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Education Requirements

Posting specifies candidates should be currently pursuing a graduate degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a related field. Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher is listed as a minimum. (The job info also lists "High School Graduate" under Degree Level; the qualifications section explicitly requires current graduate students.)

About the Company

Company: Texas Instruments

Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for various markets including industrial, automotive, and personal electronics. The company's innovations aim to make electronics more affordable and reliable, fostering advancements in technology through each generation of semiconductors.