Interim Engineering Intern – SW

Job Description

About Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in wireless technology, known for its groundbreaking inventions that have shaped the world we live in. Headquartered in San Diego, the company has been pushing the boundaries of innovation for over 30 years, bringing us technologies like smartphones, smart cities, autonomous cars, and 360 virtual reality videos.

Qualcomm continues to drive the development of an intelligently connected future, spearheading research efforts for the next global wireless standard and collaborating with industry leaders to make this future a reality. They offer a dynamic environment where employees can contribute to shaping the world’s future.

Job Description: Qualcomm Software Engineering Intern

Opportunity: This internship offers a chance to be part of a world-class team of engineers at Qualcomm, developing and maintaining software for some of the most complex wireless devices in the industry. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what exists and help establish the new standards for tomorrow.

Responsibilities: As a Software Engineering Intern, you will:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software for Qualcomm’s innovative technologies.
• Contribute as an equal member on a team of talented engineers.
• Make an immediate impact on the software development lifecycle.
• Leverage your computer science or engineering degree to solve real-world challenges.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Available for 11-14 weeks (preferably 12-14 weeks) during Summer 2025 (May-September).
• 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.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and networking protocols.
• Knowledge of multi-threaded programming, multi-core and multi-processor systems, and system performance optimization.
• Experience in complex software debugging.
• Understanding 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:

Qualcomm’s internship program provides a comprehensive and enriching experience for interns. You will:

• Work alongside experienced professionals and collaborate with world-class teams.
• Be paired with a mentor who will guide you throughout your internship.
• Receive support from your manager and access to the entire Qualcomm employee community.
• Participate in professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• Benefit from competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing accommodations during the internship.

Locations:

• San Diego
• Boulder
• Santa Clara
• Boxborough
• Louisville
• Raleigh
• Austin

Application Process:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualcomm is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all. They offer reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process.