High-Speed I/O (HSIO) Validation Engineering Intern

Job Description

High-Speed I/O (HSIO) Validation Engineering Intern

Invent the future with us.

Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy-efficient AI compute.

As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy-efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.

Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team – we’d love to have you apply!

About The Role

Join our Silicon Validation Team as a High-Speed I/O (HSIO) Validation Engineering Intern. In this role, you will drive the development of innovative validation strategies for state-of-the-art interfaces and protocols, directly contributing to the best-in-class quality of our high-performance processor products. You’ll work within a team that champions camaraderie, a questioning validation mindset, and data-driven decisions. This role provides invaluable hands-on experience validating cutting-edge I/O interfaces using advanced equipment and tools, significantly enhancing your debugging and validation skills.

The Ampere Internship program focuses on helping you build your networks, supporting your efforts in making an impact, and giving you exposure to what Ampere does and how Ampere operates across the company. We want you to leave with the feeling that what you’ve worked on made a difference, a new level of confidence in what you’re capable of, technical expertise, and a new network of contacts.

Internship Period

This is a full-time internship for Summer 2026 (May/June – August/September).

What You’ll Achieve

• Develop and execute test cases and test plans for PCIe validation and debugging on silicon.
• Perform initial debugging and comprehensive root cause analysis.

About You

• Solid C Programming skills.
• Proficiency in scripting with Python and Unix shell (e.g., Bash).
• Deep understanding of various CPU Architectures, including ARM.
• Additional skills highly desired:
  • Previous (Post) Silicon Validation Experience.
  • Previous PCIe, HSIO or SerDes Experience.
  • Debugging Skills.

Education

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

What We’ll Offer

At Ampere, we believe in taking care of our interns and providing a competitive rewards package that includes an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is between $52 and $57 per hour.

Benefits Highlights Include

• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mentorship and on-the-job training from industry experts.
• Ergo-friendly desk set-up.
• Vibrant game rooms to take a break and bond with colleagues.
• Micro-kitchens with a variety of healthy snacks, espresso, and refreshing drinks.

And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our interns to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our internship opportunities with you through the interview process.

Internships are open to all eligible students regardless of age, including veterans who returned to school.

Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.