Qualcomm Government Technologies (QGOV) Engineering Internship (May 2026)

Join Qualcomm Technologies as a Government Technologies Engineering Intern to support innovative wireless communication projects for government applications.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting government-sponsored research, development, integration, and testing of wireless terrestrial and satellite communication systems.
• Adapting and extending commercial systems to novel applications and environments.
• Collaborating across multiple disciplines within the company to deliver timely results to customers.
• Designing, developing, automating, documenting, and executing tests in coordination with other engineering disciplines.
• Occasional travel and effective teamwork in a technical, global environment.
• Working in either San Diego, CA or Boulder, CO locations.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Availability for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2026 (May–September).
• Expected graduation date of November 2026 or later.
• At least 1 year of experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
• Preferred candidates anticipate graduation between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Track-specific skills for Embedded Software include real-time embedded software development, cellular systems knowledge, communications systems understanding, familiarity with Git, Gerrit, debugging tools, digital signal processing, and software vulnerability analysis tools.
• Track-specific skills for Software in Test include test automation framework design with Python, test design and execution, cellular systems experience, communications systems understanding, wireless system evaluation, familiarity with application layer protocols, mobile OS experience (Linux, Android, iOS), and tools such as Linux, Git, Jenkins, Testlink, and Docker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $17.00 - $98.00.
• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
• Opportunity for annual Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) grants (excluding sales-incentive plan employees).
• Highly competitive benefits package supporting work-life balance.
• Relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the internship duration.

Training & Development

Interns receive mentorship, managerial support, and access to Qualcomm’s employee community. The program includes professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.

How to Apply

By applying, candidates express interest in Qualcomm’s 2026 QGOV Engineering internships. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and recruiters may contact candidates. Selected applicants may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank technical challenge. Qualcomm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process via a dedicated email.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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