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Syntiant

MEMS Engineering Intern

Itasca, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Simulate and define noise and water resistance performance space for microphone ingress barrier ... University student in Physics, Materials, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. * Experience in ...

Stand Insurance

Fire Science Intern

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$30/hr

We simulate fire behavior and structure exposure using deterministic, physics-based models, then ... Role Description: We're seeking a Fire Science Engineering Intern to support Stand's fire ...

Oligo Space

ML/AI/CS Intern

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

Oligo Spacecraft Design and Manufacturing Intern Oligo is building a manufacturing-in-the-loop ... Simulation-aware ML, surrogate modeling, or physics-informed pipelines * Geometry/topology ...

Elve Inc

Power Electronics Intern - Summer 2026

Davis, CA

$18 - $23.50/hr

You will learn the intricacies of vacuum tube physics and how to safely work with high voltage ... Perform simulation, analysis, and modeling of power electronic systems * Conduct hardware design ...

Synopsys

Intern (Infrastructure) - 16520

Canonsburg, PA · On-site +1

Create new simulation methodologies, troubleshoot problem set-ups, run simulation benchmarks, and ... Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Applied Physics ...

Elve Inc

Power Electronics Intern - Summer 2026

Davis, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

You will learn the intricacies of vacuum tube physics and how to safely work with high voltage ... Perform simulation, analysis, and modeling of power electronic systems * Conduct hardware design ...

Elve Inc

Power Electronics Intern - Summer 2026

Davis, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

You will learn the intricacies of vacuum tube physics and how to safely work with high voltage ... Perform simulation, analysis, and modeling of power electronic systems * Conduct hardware design ...

Elve Inc

Power Electronics Intern - Summer 2026

Davis, CA

$18 - $23.50/hr

You will learn the intricacies of vacuum tube physics and how to safely work with high voltage ... Perform simulation, analysis, and modeling of power electronic systems * Conduct hardware design ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Physics Simulation Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Physics Simulation Intern, you need a solid foundation in physics, mathematics, and programming, usually supported by coursework or a degree in physics, engineering, or computer science. Familiarity with simulation software such as MATLAB, Python libraries (NumPy, SciPy), and tools like COMSOL or ANSYS is often required. Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills help you collaborate effectively and convey complex results. These skills are crucial for accurately modeling physical systems and delivering valuable insights to research or development teams.

What types of projects or tasks can a Physics Simulation Intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Physics Simulation Intern, you will typically assist in developing, testing, and refining simulation models for physical phenomena, which may include fluid dynamics, particle systems, mechanical interactions, or thermal processes. You'll often work closely with experienced engineers or researchers, contributing to codebases, running simulations, and analyzing results. Collaboration is key, as you'll frequently interact with software developers, physicists, and data analysts to ensure your simulations align with project goals. Expect a mix of independent technical work and team meetings, with opportunities to present your findings and receive feedback.

What does a Physics Simulation Intern do?

A Physics Simulation Intern assists with developing and testing computer simulations that model physical systems, such as fluid dynamics, mechanics, or electromagnetism. They often work under the guidance of experienced engineers or scientists, using programming languages and specialized software to create realistic simulations for research or product development. Their responsibilities may also include analyzing simulation results, debugging code, and helping to improve simulation accuracy. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in computational physics and software development.

What is the difference between Physics Simulation Intern vs Physics Engineer?

AspectPhysics Simulation InternPhysics Engineer
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate in physics, engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or master's degree in physics, engineering, or related discipline
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in research labs or tech companiesFull-time engineering teams, R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, gaming, simulation firms, research institutionsEngineering firms, aerospace, automotive, gaming industries
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Physics Simulation Intern and a Physics Engineer lies in experience level, responsibilities, and employment status. Interns typically focus on learning and supporting projects, while engineers take on more complex tasks and design responsibilities within their teams.

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MEMS Engineering Intern

MEMS Engineering Intern

Syntiant

Itasca, IL • On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Temporary

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Summary Description:

Syntiant Corp., a leader in the high-growth AI software and semiconductor solutions space, is looking for a MEMS Engineering Intern to take on a critical role to enhance our MEMS Team.

The MEMS Engineering Intern will be exposed to the design, simulation, test and analysis of MEMS acoustic transducers for portable consumer electronic devices (cellphone, tablet, wearables, IoT).

Requirements

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work closely under the supervision and guidance of experienced engineers and mentors.
  • Specific project would include one or more of the following:
    • Simulate and define noise and water resistance performance space for microphone ingress barrier using FEA and analytical methods.
    • Develop AI-based automation for conversion and combination of raw data measurement files from different sources.
    • Record and analyze the performance of microphone prototypes using acoustic measurements and established characterization techniques.
  • Motivated to learn and explore all areas of acoustic MEMS transducers.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience Required:

  • University student in Physics, Materials, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience in working with modeling software tools such as PSpice, MATLAB,  ANSYS, COMSOL.
  • Lab experience in electrical characterization.
  • Coursework or past internship experience in semiconductors and MEMS.
  • Basic understanding of acoustic and related measurement parameters such as SNR (signal to noise), THD (total harmonic distortion) and sensitivity a plus.

Benefits

About Syntiant:

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Syntiant Corp. is a leader in delivering hardware and software solutions for edge AI deployment. The company's purpose-built silicon and hardware-agnostic models are being deployed globally to power edge AI speech, audio, sensor and vision applications across a wide range of consumer and industrial use cases, from earbuds to automobiles. Syntiant's advanced chip solutions merge deep learning with semiconductor design to produce ultra-low-power, high performance, deep neural network processors. Syntiant also provides compute-efficient software solutions with proprietary model architectures that enable world-leading inference speed and minimized memory footprint across a broad range of processors. The company is backed by several of the world's leading strategic and financial investors including Intel Capital, Microsoft's M12, Applied Ventures, Bosch Ventures, the Amazon Alexa Fund, and Atlantic Bridge Capital. More information on the company can be found by visiting www.syntiant.com.

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