Interim Engineering Intern – SW

Description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. – Software Engineering Intern

About Qualcomm:

Qualcomm is a global leader in wireless technology, with a rich history of innovation spanning over 30 years. Headquartered in San Diego, they have been instrumental in making the impossible possible, from pioneering smartphones to driving the development of cutting-edge technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, and autonomous vehicles. Qualcomm is committed to building an intelligently connected future, spearheading research for the next global wireless standard and collaborating with industry leaders to bring these advancements to life.

Description:

As a Software Engineering Intern at Qualcomm, you’ll be part of a world-class team, working to shape the future of wireless technology. You’ll be involved in the development, implementation, and maintenance of software for the most complex wireless devices in the industry. This internship provides a unique opportunity to:

• Push the boundaries of what’s possible: Contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies that will define the future of connectivity.
• Innovate alongside experts: Work alongside top engineers and contribute to the software development lifecycle of Qualcomm’s numerous software technologies.
• Make a real impact: Leverage your computer science or engineering degree to solve real-world problems and contribute to the development of impactful solutions.

This internship is ideal for you if you:

• Are currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Are available for 11-14 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-September) with a graduation date of December 2025 or later.
• Have 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages C, C++, or Python.

Preferred Currently pursuings:

• Extensive programming experience in C/C++.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented software design and development.
• Experience with distributed systems and networking protocols.
• Proficiency in multi-threaded programming.
• Familiarity with multi-core and multi-processor systems.
• Knowledge of system performance optimization techniques.
• Experience in complex software debugging.
• Knowledge of modeling concepts (e.g. discrete event simulation, polyglot programming).
• Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g. bridging, routing), especially in Linux.
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation within the upcoming year (December 2025 to June 2026) are preferred.

Qualcomm’s Internship Program Offers:

• World-class mentorship: Be paired with a mentor who will provide guidance and support throughout your internship.
• Supportive environment: Receive direct support from your manager and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community.
• Professional development: Participate in workshops, social events, speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.
• Multiple locations: Choose from internships in San Diego, Boulder, Santa Clara, Boxborough, Louisville, Raleigh, and Austin.

Important Notes:

• Applying for this role expresses your interest in one of the many 2025 Qualcomm Software Engineering internships.
• This is not a job posting for a specific project. Qualcomm will review resumes on an ongoing basis and may reach out to you.
• Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to evaluate their technical skills.

Qualcomm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require any accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] or call the toll-free number provided on the Qualcomm careers page.