Interim Engineering Intern – SW
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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. – Interim Engineering Intern – SW
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in wireless technology, headquartered in San Diego. For over 30 years, their inventions have pushed the boundaries of what’s possible, driving innovations in smartphones, smart cities, autonomous cars, virtual reality, and more. From 5G to AI, IoT to automotive and extended reality applications, Qualcomm is shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. They are leading research efforts for the next global wireless standard and collaborating with industry leaders to bring these technologies to market.
Job Description: Qualcomm Embedded Engineering Intern
This internship offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge technology and help establish new standards for the future. As an intern, you’ll join teams of world-class engineers and contribute directly to the development, implementation, and maintenance of software for some of the most complex wireless devices in the world. You’ll leverage your computer science or engineering skills to make an immediate impact on the software development lifecycle for various Qualcomm technologies.
What you’ll do:
• Develop, implement, and maintain software for complex wireless devices.
• Contribute to the software development lifecycle of Qualcomm’s software technologies.
• Collaborate with world-class engineers in a dynamic and innovative environment.
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 (preferably 12-14) during Summer 2025 (May-September).
• Graduation date of December 2025 or later.
• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages like C, C++, Python, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with embedded programming in C/C++/Assembly and operating systems.
• Experience with programming in resource-constrained environments (MIPS/Memory).
• Experience implementing complex algorithms on embedded processors.
• Experience with embedded microcontroller programming and developing device drivers.
• Experience with real-time embedded programming in C/C++/Assembly for general-purpose and heterogeneous processors, including GPUs and DSPs.
• Knowledge of communication systems, communication theory, and digital signal processing (DSP, embedded firmware).
• Knowledge of wireless protocols such as 5G NR, LTE, and 802.11.
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree with anticipated graduation within the upcoming year (December 2025 to June 2026) are preferred.
Qualcomm’s Internship Program:
Qualcomm offers a comprehensive internship program designed to provide valuable experience and support for interns.
• World-class Teams: You’ll work alongside top engineers and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Mentorship: You’ll be assigned a mentor with visibility to your project and team.
• Manager Support: You’ll receive guidance and support from your manager.
• Employee Community: You’ll have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community.
• Professional Development: You’ll participate in workshops, social events, speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• Compensation & Benefits: You’ll receive competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of the internship.
Application Process:
This is not a posting for a specific project. Qualcomm will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you. Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to assess their technical skills.
