Interim Engineering Intern – SW

Job Description

About Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in wireless technology, headquartered in San Diego, California. For over 30 years, Qualcomm has been at the forefront of innovation, developing groundbreaking technologies that have transformed industries and shaped the world we live in. From pioneering mobile communication to driving advancements in artificial intelligence, IoT, automotive, and extended reality applications, Qualcomm is shaping the future of an intelligently connected world.

Job Description: Qualcomm Software Engineering Intern

As a Qualcomm Software Engineering Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside world-class engineers and make a real impact on the development of cutting-edge software for some of the most complex wireless devices in the industry. You’ll be involved in the entire software development lifecycle, from design and implementation to testing and maintenance. Your work will contribute to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and establishing new standards for tomorrow’s technology.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software for complex wireless devices.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers on innovative projects.
• Leverage your computer science or engineering skills to contribute to the software development lifecycle.
• Make an immediate impact on Qualcomm’s numerous software technologies.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive programming experience in C/C++.
• Experience with object-oriented software design and development.
• Knowledge of distributed systems and networking protocols.
• Experience with multi-threaded programming.
• Experience with multi-core and multi-processor systems.
• Expertise in system performance optimization.
• Experience with 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 preferred (December 2025 to June 2026).

Internship Program:

Qualcomm’s internship program provides a comprehensive and enriching experience for interns. You’ll be paired with a mentor who will guide you throughout your project and offer support. Your manager will also provide guidance and support. You’ll have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time.
• Relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.
• Professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.

Internship Locations:

San Diego, Boulder, Santa Clara, Boxborough, Louisville, Raleigh, and Austin.

Note: This job posting is for a general software engineering internship. Specific project details will be discussed during the interview process.