Job Details:

Job Description:

This position requires candidates to upload a resume in English; you are welcome to upload multiple versions of your resume if you prefer but an English version of your resume will be required to be considered for this position.

We are seeking a motivated and talented Functional Validation Engineer Intern to join our dynamic and innovative team. In this internship role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting SoC (System on Chip) development activities, focusing on learning about functionality, performance and quality validation of our cutting-edge integrated SoCs. You will work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to learn testing strategies, assist in developing test content, support validation plans and participate in debugging activities to ensure SoCs meet functional operational goals.

This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in semiconductor validation while contributing to our customers' success under the guidance of senior engineers.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities for this internship will include, but are not limited to:

• Pre-Silicon Validation Support: Assist in developing and executing Pre-Silicon validation plans, gaining experience with various pre-silicon environments like Simics/VP, FPGA, Zebu SLE and HSLE models, to support SoC design correctness and functionality verification before manufacturing.
• Post-Silicon Validation Assistance: Support post-Silicon validation activities under supervision, learning about functionality and performance validation of SoC IPs.
• Learning and Development: Participate in training sessions, technical reviews, and knowledge-sharing activities to build expertise in validation methodologies and tools.

A successful intern candidate should demonstrate the following skills and behavioral traits:

• Teamwork: Work collaboratively as part of a high-performance team and eagerness to learn from experienced team members.
• Commitment and Discipline: Commitment to learning and delivering assigned tasks on time and with accuracy.
• Growth Mindset: Demonstrated eagerness to learn, ask questions, and take on new challenges.
• Communication: Good presentation skills and proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Organization: Basic organizational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks effectively.
• Problem-solving aptitude for continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position.  Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronical Engineering, System Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent field.
• 6 months of experience in:
  • Computer architecture, CPU architecture fundamentals, and SoC architecture.
  • Programming languages such as C, C++ or Python.
  • System architecture and SoC microarchitecture.
• Advance English level.
• Must have unrestricted, permanent right to work in Mexico (this role is not eligible for visa or immigration sponsorship).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to hardware or firmware development projects.
• Passion for innovation and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Interest in exploring a long-term career in silicon architecture or related fields.

          

A candidate who accepts an offer of employment in Mexico is required to present their own personal identification information and numbers for the following: Mexican Security Number (NSS), Tax Identification Number (RFC) and CURP identification number.

Job Type:

Student / Intern

Shift:

Shift 1 (Mexico)

Primary Location:

Mexico, Guadalajara

Additional Locations:

Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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