Location: Santa Clara,CA, USA
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Interns Group, Interns Group > Interim Engineering Intern - Systems
General Summary:
Before there were smartphones or smart cities, before autonomous cars or 360 virtual reality videos, there was our technology. Headquartered in San Diego, for over 30 years Qualcomm's inventions have inspired others to make the impossible, possible. From 5G to artificial intelligence, IoT to automotive and extended reality applications, Qualcomm is inventing the technologies of an intelligently connected future, spearheading research efforts for the next global wireless standard, and collaborating with industry leaders in the wireless value chain to make this future a commercial reality.?You're bringing skills. We'll provide the environment and the experience to push your limitless potential. Join us for our U.S. 2025 summer intern program!
As a Qualcomm Wireless Systems intern you have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what exists and establish the new standards for tomorrow. You will work as an equal contributor on a team of leading engineers to innovate on CDMA Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and architect, analyze and simulate cutting-edge, next-generation wireless networks.
Minimum Qualifications
* Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
* 1+ years' academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc.
* Must be available for 11 - 14 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-September) with a graduation date of December 2025 or later
Preferred Qualifications
* Communication theory, Stochastic Processes, Linear Algebra, signal processing, information theory, channel coding, probability and random processes, applied mathematics, RF interfaces and digital mitigation of RF distortion.
* Bayesian inference or upper layer protocol design experience including 3GPP IMS, NAS, MAC/RLC/PDCP and RRC, IP, UDP, TCP, HTTP, routing etc.
* Experience with wireless standards (i.e. LTE/WiFi/5G/UMTS)
* Knowledge and/or experience in MIMO, OFDM, CDMA
* PHY/MAC layer systems design for 5G (sub-6 and mmW), spectrum sharing, and next generation WiFi
* Systems design for M2M, cellular V2X communication, and industrial IOT
* Knowledge of Modem architecture, software engineering and simulation design, microprocessor architecture, embedded software, application layer protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP)
* Test Automation framework design and development using Python
* Experience w/cellular systems, voice/data, test equipment/tools
systems performance analysis.
* Ability to program effectively in C/C++, Python and/or Matlab.
* Currently enrolled in a master's or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
* Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation within the upcoming year preferred Dec 2025 to June 2026.
Qualcomm's Internship Program
Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world.??You'll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success. To round out your summer internship, we host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.
By applying here, you are expressing interest in one of our many 2025 Qualcomm Wireless Systems Engineering internships. It's important to note that this is not a job posting for a specific role. We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$0.00 - $98.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.