Interim Engineering Intern – Systems
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About Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.:
For over 30 years, Qualcomm has been at the forefront of technological innovation, creating the foundational technologies for smartphones, smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and 360 virtual reality. Headquartered in San Diego, they are driving the development of intelligently connected futures, focusing on areas such as 5G, artificial intelligence, IoT, automotive, and extended reality applications. They are also leaders in research for the next global wireless standard and collaborate extensively with industry leaders.
Job Description: Qualcomm Wireless Systems Internship (Summer 2025)
This is a general description encompassing various internship opportunities within Qualcomm’s Wireless Systems Engineering team for Summer 2025. Specific projects will vary.
Summary: As a Qualcomm Wireless Systems intern, you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge wireless technologies. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on projects involving CDMA Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), and participate in the architecture, analysis, and simulation of next-generation wireless networks.
Responsibilities (implied, based on skills and qualifications): Interns will likely work on tasks such as:
• Design and development of next-generation wireless systems.
• Simulation and analysis of wireless network performance.
• Contributing to the development of CDMA ASICs.
• Working with various programming languages (C, C++, Python, Matlab).
• Potentially working with wireless standards (LTE/WiFi/5G/UMTS), MIMO, OFDM, CDMA, and related technologies.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc.
• Availability for 11-14 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-September).
• Graduation date of December 2025 or later.
Preferred Qualifications: A strong background in the following areas is highly desirable:
• Communication theory, stochastic processes, linear algebra, signal processing, information theory, channel coding, probability and random processes, applied mathematics, RF interfaces, and digital mitigation of RF distortion.
• Experience with Bayesian inference or upper layer protocol design (3GPP IMS, NAS, MAC/RLC/PDCP and RRC, IP, UDP, TCP, HTTP, routing).
• Experience with wireless standards (LTE/WiFi/5G/UMTS).
• Knowledge and/or experience in MIMO, OFDM, CDMA.
• PHY/MAC layer systems design for 5G (sub-6 and mmW), spectrum sharing, and next-generation WiFi.
• Systems design for M2M, cellular V2X communication, and industrial IoT.
• Knowledge of modem architecture, software engineering and simulation design, microprocessor architecture, embedded software, and application layer protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP).
• Test automation framework design and development using Python.
• Experience with cellular systems, voice/data, test equipment/tools, and systems performance analysis.
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts (Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, On-Device Learning, Transfer Learning, ML frameworks like PyTorch/Keras, Wireless Domain ML).
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and/or Matlab.
• Master’s or Ph.D. students are preferred. Candidates graduating within the year (Dec 2025-June 2026) are also preferred.
Qualcomm’s Internship Program: The program includes mentoring, manager support, access to the Qualcomm community, professional development workshops, social events, speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. Competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing are provided.
