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RFIC Design Intern
SkyGig
San Jose, CA, US
Source: SkyGig careers · View original posting
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
From SkyGig's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
We are seeking a motivated RFIC Design Engineer Intern to support the development, simulation, and validation of RF integrated circuits for next-generation wireless and satellite communications applications. This internship is ideal for a student with strong fundamentals in analog/RF circuit design who wants hands-on experience working with experienced RFIC engineers on real product development and help push new hardware innovations forward.
Responsibilities
- As an RFIC Design Engineer Intern, you will: Assist with the design and simulation of RF/analog front-end circuit blocks such as LNAs, mixers, oscillators, PLLs, PAs, VGAs, switches, etc.
- Perform circuit RF simulations including S-parameters, noise figure, gain, linearity, stability, power consumption, etc.
- Support layout reviews, parasitic extraction, and post-layout simulations.
- Assist in the analysis of 2.5D and 3D EM circuit models and simulation outcomes.
- Work across a cross-functional collaborative team of bright RF engineers.
- Prepare technical documents and reports, and participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions.
- We are considering full-time/ part-time applicants for Fall 2026.
- The ideal candidate will have strong technical competency, curiosity, and the ability to take the lead and ownership of a well-defined project. They should also be excited to adapt, learn quickly, and grow in a fast-paced startup environment.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of RFIC design experience.
- Strong background in RF state-of-the-art CMOS, SOI, or SiGe technologies
- Proficient in RFIC design and characterization tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre RF, ADS, or similar.
- Deep understanding of system specifications and capable of translating system requirements into circuit requirements at IC level.
- Experience with RFIC layout and post-layout simulation.
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, or scripting for data analysis and automation.
- Prior research, or tapeout experience in RF/analog IC design.