For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
As a Layout Design Intern, you’ll work with experienced design and circuit engineers on the physical layout and verification of high-performance mixed-signal CMOS integrated circuits. You’ll build hands-on experience translating circuit designs into layouts, learning how layout choices can affect circuit performance, and using industry tools such as Cadence Virtuoso XL and Calibre.
You’ll have opportunities to ask questions, learn from teammates, and contribute at a level that fits your experience. You don’t need to arrive knowing every tool or technique.
This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Create and refine analog and mixed-signal circuit layouts with guidance from design engineers.
- Help investigate layout issues and explore possible solutions.
- Collaborate with circuit and design engineers to support circuit performance.
- Learn how layout planning, integration, and routing work at the block and chip levels.
- Get exposure to verification workflows and tools such as Cadence Virtuoso XL and Calibre.
- Explore techniques used for device matching and signal conditioning and protection.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Enrolled in a bachelor's master’s or PhD program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field.
- Candidates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology are welcome to apply; relevant coursework or project experience is a plus.
- Curiosity about integrated circuits, semiconductor design, or analog and mixed-signal electronics.
- An interest in learning how circuit layouts are planned, built, and verified.
- A thoughtful, problem-solving approach and willingness to ask questions.
- Clear communication and an interest in collaborating with a team.
- Care and attention to detail when working through technical problems.
Cirrus Logic follows a 2+ day in-office work schedule but interns should expect to be in the office more often, up to 5 days per week, based on business needs and team preference. Interns must be based within commutable distance of the work location listed on the job posting, or willing to relocate prior to beginning their internship with Cirrus Logic.
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.