RFIC Design - Winter/Spring Co-Op

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.

Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time .

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking.

We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID : 73950

Summary

Join our team developing high-performance RFIC solutions for next-generation mobile applications! Document and present your work to a broad audience of co-workers.

This is an excellent opportunity to expand your peer network to launch a career in this important field. Skyworks Irvine Design Center is seeking a motivated Winter / Spring Co-Op eager to join a winning team in the competitive mobile communications market.

Irvine Design Center comprises tight-knit, diverse, and multi-cultural teams. Every team is guided by the core principles of sharing, openness, collaboration, accountability, and trust.

Personally contribute to the realization of RF Front-End integrated circuits used in mobile phones from initial concept to final production.

See your valuable inputs directly translate into new ways of solving common problems, improved design methodology, or enhancing business culture or the work environment.

Join us to experience all aspects of highly integrated semiconductor, module, and embedded RF circuit design, our in-house prototype Assembly Lab capable of building fully packaged samples, and our world-class RF characterization laboratory.

Responsibilities

Working with experienced engineers to design / develop RFIC for Multi-chip modules

Designing RF switches, low noise amplifiers, couplers, etc.

Running simulations using design tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, SPICE, etc.

Tuning RF front-end modules in the lab

Troubleshooting and resolving design or technical issues

Collaborating with other engineers and technicians

Impedance matching using Smith chart

Evaluating RF parameters like IP3, P1dB, NF, return loss, etc

Validating performance across supply, temperature and frequency

Creating compliance matrices against spec, plotting results and presenting results summary

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering (or related) MS or PhD program
• Commitment to work onsite for 6 months
• Strong desire to learn, grow and make impact
• Strong career interest in RF / microwave engineering and RFIC design
• Willing to share knowledge and collaborate with others
• Must have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, SPICE is highly preferred
• Hands-on experience in lab using network analyzer and other RF instruments is highly preferred

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The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.

S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location.

Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].