Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

About Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading innovator in wireless technology. For over 30 years, their inventions have driven the development of groundbreaking technologies, from smartphones and smart cities to autonomous cars and virtual reality.

Headquartered in San Diego, Qualcomm is at the forefront of developing the technologies of an intelligently connected future. They are spearheading research efforts for the next global wireless standard and collaborating with industry leaders to make this future a commercial reality.

Job Description: Qualcomm Software Engineering Intern

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join a world-class team at Qualcomm and help shape the future of mobility and technology. As a Software Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of software for some of the most complex wireless devices in the industry.

You will have the chance to:

• Push the boundaries of existing technology and establish new standards.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on challenging projects.
• Make an immediate impact on the software development lifecycle.
• Gain valuable experience working with Qualcomm’s cutting-edge software technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software for various wireless devices.
• Participate in all phases of the software development process.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure successful project delivery.
• Utilize your skills in programming languages like C, C++, and Python.

To be considered, you must:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive programming experience in C/C++.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented software design and development.
• Experience with distributed systems and networking protocols.
• Proficiency in multi-threaded programming.
• Familiarity with multi-core and multi-processor systems.
• Experience optimizing system performance.
• 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 between December 2025 and June 2026 are preferred.

Qualcomm’s Internship Program:

As an intern at Qualcomm, you will:

• Be paired with a mentor for guidance and support.
• Receive mentorship from your manager and access to the entire Qualcomm employee community.
• Participate in professional development workshops, social events, and networking opportunities.
• Receive competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, relocation coverage, and furnished housing.

Locations:

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

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to the future of technology with one of the world’s leading companies.