Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

About Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, is a global leader in wireless technology. For over 30 years, the company has been driving innovation and shaping the future of connectivity. From pioneering 5G to advancing artificial intelligence, IoT, automotive, and extended reality applications, Qualcomm is committed to creating an intelligently connected future. The company is actively researching the next global wireless standard and collaborating with industry leaders to bring these groundbreaking technologies to market.

Qualcomm Software Engineering Intern

This internship offers an exciting opportunity to join a team of world-class engineers at Qualcomm and contribute to the development and maintenance of software for cutting-edge wireless devices. As an intern, you will:

• Push the boundaries of existing technology: Contribute to the development of innovative software solutions for complex wireless devices.
• Establish new standards for the future: Play a key role in shaping the next generation of wireless technology.
• Innovate as an equal contributor: Work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Gain practical experience: Apply your computer science or engineering skills to real-world projects and gain hands-on experience with software development lifecycles.
• Make an immediate impact: Contribute to the development of Qualcomm’s diverse portfolio of software technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software for complex wireless devices.
• Leverage your technical skills to contribute to the software development lifecycle.

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 during Summer 2025 (May-September) with a graduation date of December 2025 or later.
• 1+ years’ academic experience with programming languages C, C++ or python.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive programming in C/C++
• Object-oriented software design and development
• Distributed systems and networking protocols
• Multi-threaded programming
• Multi-core and multi-processor systems
• System performance optimization
• 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.

The Internship Experience:

Qualcomm offers a comprehensive internship program designed to support your professional growth and provide valuable real-world experience. You will:

• Work with world-class teams: Contribute to projects that define the future of mobility and the world.
• Receive mentorship: Be paired with a dedicated mentor for guidance and support.
• Benefit from a supportive network: Receive guidance from your manager and access to the entire Qualcomm employee community.
• Engage in professional development: Participate in workshops, social events, speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• Enjoy competitive benefits: Receive competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing accommodations.

Internship Locations:

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

Application Process:

This job posting is for a general Software Engineering internship. A recruiter may reach out to you based on your resume. Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to evaluate their technical skills.