Test Engineering Intern

Job Title

Test Engineering Intern

Role Summary

Support development, debug, and characterization of automated test solutions for analog, mixed-signal, and power-management semiconductor products within the AI-focused Analog & Mixed Signal group. This is a hands-on, onsite internship in San Jose, CA (Aug 10–Jan 15) covering bench bring-up through production test.

Experience Level

Entry-level (Internship). Intended for students currently enrolled in a university program; professional experience not required.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include developing test programs, performing lab measurements, and analyzing results to support characterization and production test.

• Assist senior engineers in developing and debugging ATE test programs (e.g., Advantest V93000, COHU Diamondx).
• Write and modify test code in C++ or Python to support characterization and production flows.
• Perform bench characterization using oscilloscopes, source-measure units, and power supplies; collect and log device performance data.
• Process and analyze test data (STDF, CSV, Excel) to identify trends, yield anomalies, and correlate ATE and bench results.
• Support load board bring-up, debug, and basic schematic review under hardware engineer supervision.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation: test plans, characterization summaries, and test flow descriptions.
• Collaborate with Design, Product, and Quality teams to align test requirements with device specifications.
• Participate in technical training and team meetings to build semiconductor test engineering skills.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and personal attributes; preferred items noted where applicable.

• Fundamental understanding of analog and digital circuits (coursework in circuits, electronics, or signals).
• Basic programming experience in Python or C++ (coursework or personal projects acceptable).
• Ability to analyze and process test data using tools such as Python (pandas, matplotlib), MATLAB, or Excel.
• Familiarity with lab instruments (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supply) through coursework or projects is helpful.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory and team environment.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (required). Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering is preferred. Required coursework includes circuits, electronics, or signals; related coursework or projects in semiconductor devices, VLSI, or mixed-signal design are desirable.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.