Entry Level ASIC Design Engineer Jobs
New grad asic design engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong coursework in RTL design, a capstone project, or an internship at a chip company can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Telecommunications, with employers like NVIDIA, Apple, and Qualcomm hiring at this level now.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
The ASIC Logic Design Team plays a critical role in developing the custom silicon that powers Micron's industry-leading memory and storage solutions. Our team designs high-speed, high-performance ASICs and memory controller IP, collaborating closely with engineers across design, verification, validation, and product development to bring innovative technologies from concept to production.
As a Digital Design Engineer Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers to help design and develop next-generation ASIC solutions. This internship provides hands-on exposure to advanced semiconductor technologies and the complete ASIC development lifecycle, including digital, analog, and mixed-signal design. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while building technical expertise in a collaborative and innovative environment.
What You Will Do
- Support the design and implementation of high-speed digital logic for tester ASICs and memory controller IP.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Verification, Analog Design, Synthesis, Physical Design, and Lab Validation.
- Assist with integrating digital designs alongside custom analog circuitry and third-party IP solutions.
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
- Present technical concepts and project updates to engineering teams.
- Explore and leverage AI-enabled design methodologies, including Generative AI and AI-assisted engineering workflows, to improve productivity and innovation.
- Learn industry-standard design processes and best practices used in advanced semiconductor development.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Understanding of digital logic design, verification methodologies, and high-speed digital interfaces.
- Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, Linux Shell, or similar.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Must be enrolled in a degree program and not graduate before August 2027.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to analog and mixed-signal circuit concepts, including PLLs, DLLs, CDRs, CMOS, or CML-based designs.
- Familiarity with semiconductor design tools used for synthesis, linting, simulation, formal verification, or implementation.
- Previous academic, research, personal, or internship projects related to digital IC design, computer architecture, or semiconductor technologies.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a passion for learning new technologies.
The US base pay range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this internship position is:
$24.00 - $55.00/hourly
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
The ASIC Logic Design Team plays a critical role in developing the custom silicon that powers Micron's industry-leading memory and storage solutions. Our team designs high-speed, high-performance ASICs and memory controller IP, collaborating closely with engineers across design, verification, validation, and product development to bring innovative technologies from concept to production.
As a Digital Design Engineer Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers to help design and develop next-generation ASIC solutions. This internship provides hands-on exposure to advanced semiconductor technologies and the complete ASIC development lifecycle, including digital, analog, and mixed-signal design. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while building technical expertise in a collaborative and innovative environment.
What You Will Do
- Support the design and implementation of high-speed digital logic for tester ASICs and memory controller IP.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Verification, Analog Design, Synthesis, Physical Design, and Lab Validation.
- Assist with integrating digital designs alongside custom analog circuitry and third-party IP solutions.
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
- Present technical concepts and project updates to engineering teams.
- Explore and leverage AI-enabled design methodologies, including Generative AI and AI-assisted engineering workflows, to improve productivity and innovation.
- Learn industry-standard design processes and best practices used in advanced semiconductor development.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Understanding of digital logic design, verification methodologies, and high-speed digital interfaces.
- Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, Linux Shell, or similar.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Must be enrolled in a degree program and not graduate before August 2027.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to analog and mixed-signal circuit concepts, including PLLs, DLLs, CDRs, CMOS, or CML-based designs.
- Familiarity with semiconductor design tools used for synthesis, linting, simulation, formal verification, or implementation.
- Previous academic, research, personal, or internship projects related to digital IC design, computer architecture, or semiconductor technologies.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a passion for learning new technologies.
The US base pay range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this internship position is:
$24.00 - $55.00/hourly
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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Entry Level ASIC Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level asic design engineer job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for hands-on RTL design experience, typically from coursework, a senior capstone project, or an internship. Proficiency in Verilog or SystemVerilog is the baseline, and familiarity with synthesis tools or simulation environments gives candidates a real edge. A GitHub portfolio showing a working digital design, even a simple pipelined processor, signals readiness more concretely than a degree alone.
Which companies hire entry level asic design engineers?
Companies hiring entry level asic design engineers right now include NVIDIA, Apple, and Qualcomm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of semiconductor firms, defense electronics contractors, and consumer electronics companies that maintain dedicated early-career or new-grad engineering programs.
Are there remote entry level asic design engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the lab and tool access that ASIC work requires. About 13% of entry level asic design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote at the junior stage. Checking each listing for a clear work-location policy before applying saves time.
Are these new grad asic design engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior asic design engineer roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or academic projects toward that requirement, or explicitly invites candidates with a strong portfolio in place of professional history. Those signals indicate the employer is set up to develop early-career engineers.
Which industries hire the most entry level asic design engineers?
Entry Level asic design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they are building or scaling custom silicon programs and need junior designers who can contribute to RTL development, verification, and simulation work from day one.