FY27 Intern - Compute DSP/AI Processor Engineering Internship - Canada (16 months)
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Qualcomm is recruiting its 2027 intern class in Markham, Canada.
The Compute DSP/AI Processor team seeks ASIC design and verification engineering interns to develop hardware IP and subsystems for machine learning applications.
No prior AI or machine learning application background is required; interns will learn hardware design and verification techniques.
This application expresses interest in multiple 2027 AI and machine learning hardware engineering internships rather than one specific role.
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Qualcomm Canada ULC is part of Qualcomm, a technology company focused on AI, high-performance computing, low-power computing, and connectivity.
Qualcomm's early-career programs provide mentorship, technical development, and project experience across global technology teams.
Program and Role Overview
Qualcomm is recruiting its 2027 intern class in Markham, Canada.
The Compute DSP/AI Processor team seeks ASIC design and verification engineering interns to develop hardware IP and subsystems for machine learning applications.
No prior AI or machine learning application background is required; interns will learn hardware design and verification techniques.
This application expresses interest in multiple 2027 AI and machine learning hardware engineering internships rather than one specific role.
Potential Responsibilities
- Implement hardware modules using SystemVerilog, HLS C/C++, or SystemC.
- Develop module- and subsystem-level tests using UVM and SystemVerilog.
- Integrate modules into larger subsystems and define interface requirements.
- Build reference and bus-functional models using C++, SystemC, or Python.
- Automate design and verification processes using Python, Perl, or TCL.
- Support synthesis, static timing closure, silicon debug, power analysis, and post-silicon correlation.
- Contribute across ASIC specification, microarchitecture, RTL coding, verification, synthesis, optimization, and physical design.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of digital logic and digital design.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively on a team in a fast-paced environment.
Education and Availability
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Available for 16 months from May 2027 through August 2028.
- Expected graduation date is November 2028 or later.
- At least one year of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant academic, personal project, or industry experience.
- Knowledge of computer and multimedia architecture and digital design building blocks.
- Knowledge of ASIC design and simulation tools.
- Knowledge of Verilog/VHDL, HLS C/C++, SystemVerilog, or SystemC.
- Knowledge of UVM, assertions, or coverage-driven constrained-random verification.
- Knowledge of Python, Perl, TCL, Shell, or version control tools such as Git or ClearCase.
Internship Program
- Interns receive mentorship, manager support, professional development workshops, social events, and cross-functional speaker sessions.
- The program includes competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, and a housing stipend.
Application Process
- Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank assessment.
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