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A Semiconductor Intern is a temporary position designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the semiconductor industry. Interns typically work on projects related to chip design, fabrication, testing, or process development under the guidance of experienced engineers. Responsibilities may include data analysis, simulation, troubleshooting, and assisting in research. This role helps interns develop technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experience that can lead to full-time opportunities in the field.

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Audio Systems Engineering Intern-Summer 2027

Skyworks

Hillsboro, OR

$22.50 - $42/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 78225 

Description

Audio Systems Engineering  Summer Intern

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

We at Skyworks are a passionate and dedicated team of world-class analog, mixed-signal and digital designers committed to building the next generation of innovative ICs for consumer audio. We believe that by working at Skyworks Solutions, you will be joining the brightest, most diverse and ambitious talent in the Semiconductor Industry. You will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on execution, global collaboration and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.

Position Summary

This is an intern position for an engineering student who’s interested in becoming a software and systems engineer in the field of Audio and Acoustics. We are looking for a current engineeirng student to work full time in our Hillsboro, Oregon office as a part of our summer 2027 internship program.

Your role will be within our SOC and systems applications teams. You will be working on the analysis of a variety of audio and acoustic systems. You will interface with other engineering teams within the business unit, including our chip/SOC development team, our software development team, our wireless team, and our AI neural network development team.

Required Experience and Skills
  • Must be enrolled in an engineering or science education program.
  • Commitment to work onsite for 3 months (May/June - August 2027)
  • Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscope, DMM, DC power supplies, etc.
  • Ability to program in Python, C, C++
  • Understanding of audio systems
  • Knowledge of digital signal processing fundamentals
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel and Word) and have an aptitude for quickly learning other company-specific software.
  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic and love challenges. Ability to take ownership and ask for help when needed.
  • Good communication, organization, and documentation skills 
Desired Experience and Skills

•   Hands-on experience of audio measurement tools and equipment, microphones, mixers, etc.

•   Developing software for automating audio tests.

•   Experience with the principals of acoustics.

•   Experience with soldering SMT components.

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.


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About Skyworks

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We are empowering the wireless networking revolution, connecting people, places and things around the world. As the demand for ubiquitous, “always-on” connectivity increasingly expands, our innovative, high performance analog semiconductors are enabling breakthrough communication platforms from global industry leaders – changing the way we live, work, play and learn. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

Industry

Construction

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Buffalo, NY, US