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  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

RF/Analog Design/Mixed-Signal Engineering Internship (May 2026)

Location details

On-site

  • United States

    United States

    • Arizona

      Tempe

    • California

      Irvine • San Diego

Location

Tempe, Irvine, San Diego

Closing in 8 days

Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeInternship, Clerkship or Placement
  • SalaryUSD 15 - 98 / Hour
  • Application open dateApply by 9 Feb 2026
  • Start dateStart date 1 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Join Qualcomm as an RF/Analog or Mixed-Signal Engineering Intern to contribute to cutting-edge 5G/6G and RF system design projects in a global technology leader.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Engage in projects spanning 5G/6G mmWave, RF system design, transceiver performance analysis, RFIC/Analog IC design, PA architectures, RF front-end engineering, signal processing/integration, RF microwave design, power amplifiers, WLAN/Bluetooth LNAs, ADC/DAC, and more.
  • Work within two technical tracks: RF/Analog Design or Mixed-Signal Design, aligned with your skills and interests.
  • Collaborate with world-class teams to push the boundaries of technology and help establish new industry standards.
  • Participate in design, analysis, optimization, and integration tasks relevant to your track.
  • Contribute to projects involving RF/microwave theory, analog and mixed-signal IP design, high-speed interfaces, and system-level analysis.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following 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.
  • Available for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2026 (May–September).
  • Expected graduation date of November 2026 or later.
  • Preferred candidates are enrolled in Master’s or Ph.D. programs with anticipated graduation between November 2026 and June 2027.
  • Track 1: RF/Analog Design skills including RF, microwave and antenna theory, analog IC or RFIC design, electromagnetics, digital pre-distortion, RF matching networks, S-parameters, filter design, digital communication systems, memory system design, PCB design, signal and power integrity analysis, power delivery network design, transmission lines, power amplifiers, layout experience, and programming in Perl, MATLAB, Cadence, HFSS.
  • Track 2: Mixed-Signal Design skills including mixed-signal IP and high-speed interface architecture, RTL coding, lint and CDC checks, DFT updates, formal equivalency checks, ECO implementation, SERDES, memory interfaces, static timing analysis, Cadence design environment, low-power analog/digital design, and programming in Perl, Verilog, Shell, Python, Tcl, SystemVerilog.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay ranging from $15.30 to $98.00 depending on role and location.
  • Annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (excluding sales-incentive plans).
  • Highly competitive benefits package supporting work-life balance.
  • Relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the internship duration.

Training & Development

  • Access to mentorship from experienced professionals and support from managers.
  • Participation in professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
  • Opportunities to gain real-world experience, technical skills, and professional growth.

Career Progression

  • Interns join a community focused on innovation and long-term career development in AI, computing, and connectivity.
  • Exposure to diverse teams and projects that shape the future of technology.

How to Apply

By applying, candidates express interest in Qualcomm’s 2026 RF/Analog/Mixed-Signal Engineering internships. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and recruiters may contact applicants. Applicants should clearly indicate their track interest(s) in their resume. Note that export license requirements may affect start dates for some candidates.

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

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The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)
Engineering & Mathematics
  • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
IT & Computer Science
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Systems and Networks
  • Software Engineering

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    US Citizen
  • Study fields
    Engineering & Mathematics
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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About the employer

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Qualcomm USA

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

R&D and Manufacturing

A world-leading innovator that looks to inspire the seamless application of technology around the globe.