About the role#
The DRAM Systems and Architecture Lab researches and develops next-generation memory architectures for AI, cloud, data center, and high-performance computing. As a research intern, you will build software frameworks, automation tools, and AI-assisted workflows to accelerate memory research. You will work with architects to evaluate emerging technologies and define solutions that improve performance, scalability, and efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Develop and enhance software frameworks, simulation environments, and automation tools for DRAM research.
- Design and implement AI-assisted workflows for simulation, automation, data analysis, and documentation.
- Analyze memory architectures including DRAM, LPDDR, DDR6, MRDIMM, CAMM, and emerging technologies.
- Perform performance, power, bandwidth, latency, and workload characterization studies.
- Collaborate with architects and researchers to document methodologies, present findings, and contribute to research initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience in computer architecture, memory systems, simulation, AI, or software development.
- Experience programming in Python, C++, or similar languages.
- Familiarity with computer architecture, memory systems, performance analysis, modeling, simulation, or systems research.
- Ability to use AI-enabled tools, including generative AI platforms like Microsoft Copilot, GPT, Claude, or Gemini.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical communication, and collaboration skills.
- Preferred experience includes developing AI agents, RAG systems, LLM-based engineering tools, AI workflow orchestration, or prompt engineering.
- Preferred knowledge includes HBM, architectural simulators, benchmarking, design-space exploration, or research contributions such as publications and patents.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Locations: San Jose, California, or Boise, Idaho.
- Term: Rolling.
About Micron Technology
Micron Technology produces memory and storage solutions including DRAM, NAND, and NOR products. The company operates as a public organization with over 43,000 employees. Founded in 1978, it maintains its headquarters in Boise, Idaho. Micron serves various markets ranging from data centers to mobile devices.
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