Research Associate Internships
Research associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working researchers and analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with JPMorganChase, Keros therapeutics, and Genesis Global among the employers posting roles now.
Find Research Associate InternshipsOverview
Showing 5 of 11+ Research Associate Internships
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
The Large-Scale Integrated Photonics Lab and the Emerging Accelerators Group at Hewlett Packard Labs are seeking highly motivated summer interns to contribute to the development of breakthrough technologies for the next generation of computing systems.
Successful candidates will work alongside world-class researchers advancing innovations in integrated photonics, AI hardware accelerators, in-memory computing, advanced semiconductor devices, and novel computing architectures. Research projects span the full technology stack, from devices and circuits to systems and applications, with the goal of enabling future computing platforms that deliver significant improvements in performance, energy efficiency, scalability, and sustainability.
Interns will have the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research involving silicon photonics, photonic interconnects, CMOS and mixed-signal circuits, emerging memory technologies, AI accelerators, optical computing, and heterogeneous computing architectures. Depending on their background and interests, interns may contribute to the design, simulation, fabrication, testing, characterization, and evaluation of novel hardware and system concepts.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct innovative research in integrated photonics, emerging electronics, and next-generation computing architectures.
- Design, model, and evaluate photonic, electronic, and electro-optic devices and systems.
- Develop CMOS, mixed-signal, and hardware accelerator circuits for advanced computing applications.
- Participate in the development of in-memory computing and AI acceleration technologies.
- Perform experimental characterization and testing of photonic and electronic devices.
- Develop software tools, simulation frameworks, and machine learning workflows to analyze and optimize hardware systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers, and scientists.
- Present technical findings through reports, presentations, and publications.
Education & Experience:
- Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Eletrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Photonics, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
Required Qualifications
-
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Integrated photonics and silicon photonics
- CMOS, analog, mixed-signal, or RF circuit design
- Computer architecture and hardware design
- FPGA, ASIC, or accelerator development
- In-memory computing and emerging memory technologies
- Optical communications and photonic systems
- Semiconductor device physics
- Machine learning systems and AI hardware
- Modeling and simulation of electronic or photonic systems
-
Familiarity with relevant tools and environments such as:
- Cadence, Synopsys, Keysight ADS, or similar EDA platforms
- MATLAB, Python, C/C++, SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, or related languages
- Machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Electronic and photonic test and measurement equipment
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and experimental skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with laboratory experimentation and device characterization.
- Experience in photonic integrated circuits, optical communications, or semiconductor fabrication.
- Experience developing hardware accelerators for AI, machine learning, or data-intensive applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative research environments.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience developing technologies that could shape future computing platforms.
- Exposure to interdisciplinary research spanning devices, circuits, architectures, systems, and applications.
- Mentorship from leading researchers in photonics, computer architecture, and advanced hardware systems.
- Opportunities to contribute to publications, patents, and technology demonstrations.
- Experience working in a world-class industrial research environment focused on translating breakthrough ideas into real-world impact.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
AdministrationJob Level:
N/A
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 90,002 - 193,752 in Colorado // 90,002 - 193,752 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
The estimated job application period closure is ; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
The Large-Scale Integrated Photonics Lab and the Emerging Accelerators Group at Hewlett Packard Labs are seeking highly motivated summer interns to contribute to the development of breakthrough technologies for the next generation of computing systems.
Successful candidates will work alongside world-class researchers advancing innovations in integrated photonics, AI hardware accelerators, in-memory computing, advanced semiconductor devices, and novel computing architectures. Research projects span the full technology stack, from devices and circuits to systems and applications, with the goal of enabling future computing platforms that deliver significant improvements in performance, energy efficiency, scalability, and sustainability.
Interns will have the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research involving silicon photonics, photonic interconnects, CMOS and mixed-signal circuits, emerging memory technologies, AI accelerators, optical computing, and heterogeneous computing architectures. Depending on their background and interests, interns may contribute to the design, simulation, fabrication, testing, characterization, and evaluation of novel hardware and system concepts.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct innovative research in integrated photonics, emerging electronics, and next-generation computing architectures.
- Design, model, and evaluate photonic, electronic, and electro-optic devices and systems.
- Develop CMOS, mixed-signal, and hardware accelerator circuits for advanced computing applications.
- Participate in the development of in-memory computing and AI acceleration technologies.
- Perform experimental characterization and testing of photonic and electronic devices.
- Develop software tools, simulation frameworks, and machine learning workflows to analyze and optimize hardware systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers, and scientists.
- Present technical findings through reports, presentations, and publications.
Education & Experience:
- Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Eletrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Photonics, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
Required Qualifications
-
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Integrated photonics and silicon photonics
- CMOS, analog, mixed-signal, or RF circuit design
- Computer architecture and hardware design
- FPGA, ASIC, or accelerator development
- In-memory computing and emerging memory technologies
- Optical communications and photonic systems
- Semiconductor device physics
- Machine learning systems and AI hardware
- Modeling and simulation of electronic or photonic systems
-
Familiarity with relevant tools and environments such as:
- Cadence, Synopsys, Keysight ADS, or similar EDA platforms
- MATLAB, Python, C/C++, SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, or related languages
- Machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Electronic and photonic test and measurement equipment
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and experimental skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with laboratory experimentation and device characterization.
- Experience in photonic integrated circuits, optical communications, or semiconductor fabrication.
- Experience developing hardware accelerators for AI, machine learning, or data-intensive applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative research environments.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience developing technologies that could shape future computing platforms.
- Exposure to interdisciplinary research spanning devices, circuits, architectures, systems, and applications.
- Mentorship from leading researchers in photonics, computer architecture, and advanced hardware systems.
- Opportunities to contribute to publications, patents, and technology demonstrations.
- Experience working in a world-class industrial research environment focused on translating breakthrough ideas into real-world impact.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
AdministrationJob Level:
N/A
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 90,002 - 193,752 in Colorado // 90,002 - 193,752 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
The estimated job application period closure is ; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
Research Associate Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Research Associate Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting suggests
Large employers fill summer research associate intern cohorts the preceding fall, often before December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Set a recurring reminder to check listings every few weeks rather than waiting for a single recruiting season to open.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for research associate internships expect limited work history, so your portfolio is what gives them something concrete to assess. Document two or three completed projects showing your methods, tools, and outputs, whether that's a written analysis, a cleaned dataset, a lab report, or a replication study. Link to the work directly on your resume.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach and increases your chances of landing in front of a hiring manager who has never visited your campus.
Practice your screen out loud before submitting applications
Research associate intern screens typically involve a technical or analytical exercise, a data interpretation task, or a case conversation depending on the field. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud as you work through problems, since interviewers weigh how you think through a question as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large organizations run cohort-based research associate internship programs designed to train people new to the field, with structured mentorship, defined project scopes, and a clear review timeline. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first round of postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the research associate internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take. Filtering first saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Research Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research associate internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For research associate candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a documented project portfolio showing your methods, tools, and findings. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a research associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For research associate interns, what actually drives it is performance on real project work, available team headcount at the end of the summer, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering on your assigned work without counting on an offer materializing.
When should I apply for research associate internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing their cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season gives you the widest window.
Are research associate internships paid?
Most professional research associate internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are less common at established organizations, particularly in industry settings outside of academic or nonprofit research.
What should a research associate internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For research associate candidates, that means naming the tools you used and linking to the work itself, whether that's a published analysis, a GitHub repository, a written report, or a dataset you built and cleaned. Add relevant coursework, keep everything to one page, and place projects above experience.
Are there remote research associate internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the research associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly once posted, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get research associate 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.
See All 11 Research Associate Internship Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Research Associate Internships