About the role#
MACOM is looking for a Design Engineer Intern to join our Analog and Mixed Signal Design team. You will support the development of integrated circuits for optical communications. This is a 12-week internship where you will work on an individual project with clear goals, receive training, and participate in a poster session to present your work.
What you'll do#
- Investigate circuit architectures.
- Design, analyze, and simulate circuit blocks such as Bandgap References, Charge Pumps, ADCs, and DACs.
- Perform integrated circuit layout.
- Conduct electrical measurements in the lab.
- Present design reviews to the engineering team.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently pursuing an MSEE or PhD in Analog or Mixed Signal circuit design.
- Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate well and work effectively in a team.
- Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Spectre design tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Newport Beach, California.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About MACOM
MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for the telecommunications, data center, industrial, and aerospace markets. Founded in 1950, the company produces RF, microwave, and millimeter wave solutions along with optoelectronics. It maintains a global presence with its headquarters in Lowell, Massachusetts, and multiple facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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