Technical Engineering Intern - Design for Test (DFT)
SynopsysJob Title
Technical Engineering Intern - Design for Test (DFT)
Role Summary
Work as an onsite intern on a semiconductor engineering team in Ho Chi Minh City focused on Design-for-Test (DFT) implementation and verification for IP and SoC projects. The role involves hands-on involvement in testability insertion, automation, verification activities, and collaboration with design and verification engineers.
Experience Level
Entry-level internship for final-year undergraduate or graduate students; program length six months (December 2026–May 2027).
Responsibilities
Contribute to DFT tasks and support chip development workflows under engineering supervision.
- Support DFT implementation and verification: scan insertion, ATPG, test coverage analysis, and validation.
- Develop scripting and automation tools (TCL, Perl, Python, Shell) to improve productivity and DFT workflows.
- Collaborate with engineers on IP/SoC projects across data center, AI, mobile, and automotive domains.
- Debug and analyze design- and test-related issues to improve design efficiency and yield.
- Participate in technical reviews, team discussions, and project activities; document findings and test results.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and attributes, plus preferred competencies.
Must-have:
- Basic understanding of CMOS and digital logic design fundamentals.
- Scripting experience in TCL, Perl, Python, or Shell.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.
- Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work collaboratively in a team.
Preferred:
- Basic knowledge of DFT concepts (Scan, ATPG, JTAG).
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
- Experience with EDA tools such as Synopsys Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, PrimeTime, TestMax, Verdi, or similar.
- Participation in academic, research, or personal projects related to digital IC or ASIC design.
Education Requirements
Currently pursuing a final-year undergraduate or graduate degree (bachelor's or master’s level) in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
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.
