About the role#
This is a Design Verification Engineer Intern position for the Summer 2027 term. You will join the CPU verification team in Richardson, Texas, to gain hands-on experience with processor components. The role focuses on CPU core functionality, performance, and modeling while you learn advanced verification methodologies alongside experienced architects and designers.
What you'll do#
- Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems.
- Interpret microarchitectural specifications to contribute to verification strategies.
- Create testbenches and develop both directed and constrained-random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.
- Use UVM-based environments for coverage-driven verification.
- Analyze coverage reports and support the closure of functional and code coverage gaps.
- Automate regression and verification flows using Python, Perl, or Shell.
- Collaborate with engineers and architects to support design quality and performance.
- Perform all tasks in a safe manner and support Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security programs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as at least a sophomore pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 overall GPA and good academic standing.
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week.
- Coursework or project experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, or constrained-random verification.
- Familiarity with CPU architectures like RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS.
- Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts.
- Scripting experience in Python, Perl, or Shell.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Fluency in written and verbal English.
- Preferred qualifications include prior internship experience, leadership experience, project management skills, and exposure to RISC-V architecture, interconnect protocols like AXI, ACE, or CHI, and FPGA prototyping or emulation platforms.
Location & details#
- Location: Richardson, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries manufactures semiconductors for various industries including automotive, aerospace, and data centers. The company operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, Europe, and Asia. It was founded in 2009 and currently functions as a public company. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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