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ASIC Design Engineer Intern

Cisco entry internship

Salary

$44,000 - $185,000 per year

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Description

The ASIC Group at Cisco is seeking a highly motivated and talented intern to work on the design, development, and verification of high-performance communications processors and ASICs for a wide range of Cisco's products.

As an intern, you will work closely with top industry talent and contribute to system architecture, network processor (NPU) architecture, Ethernet processing, digital signal processing, modeling, high-speed logic design & verification, custom processor development, dense and efficient memory designs, custom library development (Standard Cell and I/O), physical design & DFT, Signal Integrity, and complexed packaging technology.

You will be part of a team that plays a major role in defining, developing, and bringing new products to market across Cisco's product line.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the design, development, and verification of high-performance communications processors and ASICs
  • Work with top industry talent on system architecture, network processor architecture, Ethernet processing, digital signal processing, and more
  • Contribute to the development of multiple next-generation designs

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) with 2 years of work experience; or a Master's degree program with 0 years of work experience
  • Qualifying education should be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and technical problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with ASIC design flow, including RTL design using hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis, and verification
  • Able to commit to a 6-month co-op program

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work toward long-term goals
  • Experience in establishing and sustaining strong relationships with an extended team
  • Ability to work collaboratively across business groups
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Paid time away (vacation, holidays, sick time)
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

Skills

Required

  • ASIC design
  • RTL design
  • VHDL
  • Verilog
  • Electronic Design Automation

Nice to have

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