Mixed Signal Design Engineer Internships
Mixed signal design engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience designing analog and digital circuits, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Science & Research, with AMETEK, NEURALINK, and Cirrus Logic among the employers posting roles now.
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Pasadena, CA, US, 91107
The Analog & Mixed Signal Design Engineer Intern will support the design and development of mixed signal integrated circuits. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world IC design projects and the opportunity to participate across multiple phases of the design cycle in a collaborative engineering environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Participate in all phases of mixed signal IC development, including specification definition, circuit design, silicon bring-up, and validation.
- Perform detailed circuit analysis, design, simulation, and verification of mixed-signal and mixed-mode circuits.
- Support layout review, post-layout verification, and design-for-test activities.
- Assist with laboratory evaluation and characterization of silicon using industry-standard test equipment.
- Document design results and clearly communicate findings to the broader design team.
Position Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (or actively pursuing one of these degrees).
- Strong understanding of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit fundamentals.
- Experience with IC design CAD tools for schematic capture and simulation.
- Hands-on lab experience with equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with mixed signal verification and basic layout concepts.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn across a broad range of technical topics.
About Us:
Forza Silicon is a Business Unit in the Materials Analysis Division of AMETEK, Inc. Founded in 2001, Forza Silicon has established itself as an innovator and industry leader in the field of mixed-signal IC and CMOS imaging designs that have set the standard of the possible. Forza Silicon designs custom and off‑the‑shelf CMOS image sensors for high‑speed, low‑noise, and specialty applications across aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, scientific and media markets. Leveraging decades of experience, we deliver advanced imaging solutions enabling customers to push beyond conventional sensor performance. Forza has grown to where today the company employs one of the industry’s largest and most experienced independent CMOS imaging engineering teams. To learn more about Forza Silicon, please go to www.forzasilicon.com.
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Compensation
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Pasadena, CA, US, 91107
The Analog & Mixed Signal Design Engineer Intern will support the design and development of mixed signal integrated circuits. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world IC design projects and the opportunity to participate across multiple phases of the design cycle in a collaborative engineering environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Participate in all phases of mixed signal IC development, including specification definition, circuit design, silicon bring-up, and validation.
- Perform detailed circuit analysis, design, simulation, and verification of mixed-signal and mixed-mode circuits.
- Support layout review, post-layout verification, and design-for-test activities.
- Assist with laboratory evaluation and characterization of silicon using industry-standard test equipment.
- Document design results and clearly communicate findings to the broader design team.
Position Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (or actively pursuing one of these degrees).
- Strong understanding of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit fundamentals.
- Experience with IC design CAD tools for schematic capture and simulation.
- Hands-on lab experience with equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with mixed signal verification and basic layout concepts.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn across a broad range of technical topics.
About Us:
Forza Silicon is a Business Unit in the Materials Analysis Division of AMETEK, Inc. Founded in 2001, Forza Silicon has established itself as an innovator and industry leader in the field of mixed-signal IC and CMOS imaging designs that have set the standard of the possible. Forza Silicon designs custom and off‑the‑shelf CMOS image sensors for high‑speed, low‑noise, and specialty applications across aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, scientific and media markets. Leveraging decades of experience, we deliver advanced imaging solutions enabling customers to push beyond conventional sensor performance. Forza has grown to where today the company employs one of the industry’s largest and most experienced independent CMOS imaging engineering teams. To learn more about Forza Silicon, please go to www.forzasilicon.com.
#LI-JM5
Compensation
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Mixed Signal Design Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Mixed Signal Design Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large semiconductor, aerospace, and consumer electronics employers open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall and close cohorts well before spring semester ends. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September and October, not just January, to catch the first wave before headcount fills.
Build a circuit portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for mixed signal design engineer interns expect limited work history and weigh project evidence instead. Document two or three complete designs, schematic, simulation results, and layout files, using tools like Cadence, LTspice, or KiCad. A linked repository or design report gives recruiters something specific to evaluate when your resume is light on experience.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens the pool you reach and reduces dependence on any single pipeline.
Practice the technical screen out loud before you interview
Mixed signal design engineer intern screens typically involve circuit analysis problems, op-amp topology questions, or signal integrity scenarios where interviewers weigh your reasoning as much as the final answer. Practice walking through your approach verbally, explaining tradeoffs, unit checks, and assumptions, so the method is clear under interview conditions, not just on paper.
Target structured university intern programs early
Larger semiconductor and electronics companies run cohort-based intern programs designed to train candidates new to mixed signal work, with rotations across analog, digital, and verification teams. These programs recruit earlier than general postings and fill fast. Identify the ones that fit your coursework focus and submit in the first application wave, not after the deadline appears.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the mixed signal design engineer internships listed here. Lab-dependent work, bench characterization, layout review, hardware debug, is rarely fully remote, so decide what you can commit to before sorting through listings. Filter by location and work type first so you spend time on roles you can actually accept.
Mixed Signal Design Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mixed signal design engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For mixed signal design engineer candidates, a portfolio of documented circuit designs, simulation files, or hardware builds gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a mixed signal design engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for mixed signal design engineer interns is performance on real design work, team headcount at the end of the term, and return-offer timing in the hiring cycle. Position for one by delivering on your project scope and building relationships, without counting on a guaranteed outcome.
When should I apply for mixed signal design engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, semiconductor manufacturers, defense contractors, and consumer electronics firms, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before January. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as roles open rather than waiting for a single season.
Are mixed signal design engineer internships paid?
Most professional mixed signal design engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon for technical engineering roles at established companies.
What should a mixed signal design engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, simulation environments, and hardware platforms you used, link to schematic files, layout exports, or GitHub repositories where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in analog design, signal integrity, or semiconductor devices. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote mixed signal design engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the mixed signal design engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get mixed signal design engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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