Staff R&D Engineer Internships
Staff r&d engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience developing and testing real products, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Manufacturing, Telecommunications, and Electronics & Hardware, with Sandia National Laboratories, Sherwin-Williams, and Keysight Technologies among the employers posting roles now.
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Position Summary
Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy: the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us!Role and Responsibilities
Through conversations with your recruiter and interviewers, we will learn about your technical background, experience, and interests, and work with you to identify the team where you can make the greatest impact and grow the most. Final team placement is based on that alignment and business needs.
How We Hire
One application, many possibilities. When you apply to our internship program, you are considered for all of our engineering teams at once, with team fit determined throughout the recruitment process.
Tip: On your resume, highlight the projects, coursework, and tools most relevant to the areas that interest you. This helps us match you with the right team faster.
Our Teams
SARC/ACL is a full-cycle R&D center for GPU, System IP, SoC Architecture, and AI/ML acceleration. Our teams cover every stage of development, from architecture, modeling, and RTL design to verification, physical design, emulation, silicon validation, and software, powered by a dedicated engineering infrastructure.
Skills and Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Available for a 12-week internship.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Technical Skills
Relevant coursework, projects, research, or experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Programming: C/C++, Python, Perl, Bash, Tcl, data structures, algorithms, and Linux.
- Graphics, GPU & AI: 3D graphics, Vulkan, OpenGL, DirectX, Metal, ray tracing, GPU computing, machine learning, and AI acceleration.
- Computer Architecture: CPU/GPU architecture, memory systems, cache coherency, SoC design, performance and power modeling.
- Hardware Design & Verification: Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL, RTL design, UVM/OVM, simulation, and digital verification.
- Physical Design: VLSI, logic synthesis, circuit design, floor planning, timing analysis, physical verification, and PPA optimization.
- Emulation & Silicon Validation: Hardware emulation, power modeling, silicon validation, hardware bring-up, and debugging.
- Software Development: GPU drivers, compilers, kernel/user-mode software, performance profiling, and automation.
- Infrastructure & IT: Linux, operating systems, HPC, networking, system administration, automation, and information security. Research: Computer architecture, graphics, VR/AR, machine learning, AI, and semiconductor technologies.
Total Rewards
At Samsung SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This is a paid, hourly internship. Your actual hourly pay will depend on variables that may include work location, academic standing, relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
The base pay range for this internship is:
- Austin, TX: $38.40–$63.60 San Jose, CA: $48.00–$78.00
Samsung Interns have access to benefits including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, housing and transportation stipend, free onsite lunch, access to fitness center, wellness activities, organized social events, professional development courses and resources, dedicated mentorship with an experienced engineer, and many more.
Trade Secrets
By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung or induce or encourage Samsung to use any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.
U.S. Export Control
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.
#SARC #ACL
* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page.
- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Summary
Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy: the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us!Role and Responsibilities
Through conversations with your recruiter and interviewers, we will learn about your technical background, experience, and interests, and work with you to identify the team where you can make the greatest impact and grow the most. Final team placement is based on that alignment and business needs.
How We Hire
One application, many possibilities. When you apply to our internship program, you are considered for all of our engineering teams at once, with team fit determined throughout the recruitment process.
Tip: On your resume, highlight the projects, coursework, and tools most relevant to the areas that interest you. This helps us match you with the right team faster.
Our Teams
SARC/ACL is a full-cycle R&D center for GPU, System IP, SoC Architecture, and AI/ML acceleration. Our teams cover every stage of development, from architecture, modeling, and RTL design to verification, physical design, emulation, silicon validation, and software, powered by a dedicated engineering infrastructure.
Skills and Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Available for a 12-week internship.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Technical Skills
Relevant coursework, projects, research, or experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Programming: C/C++, Python, Perl, Bash, Tcl, data structures, algorithms, and Linux.
- Graphics, GPU & AI: 3D graphics, Vulkan, OpenGL, DirectX, Metal, ray tracing, GPU computing, machine learning, and AI acceleration.
- Computer Architecture: CPU/GPU architecture, memory systems, cache coherency, SoC design, performance and power modeling.
- Hardware Design & Verification: Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL, RTL design, UVM/OVM, simulation, and digital verification.
- Physical Design: VLSI, logic synthesis, circuit design, floor planning, timing analysis, physical verification, and PPA optimization.
- Emulation & Silicon Validation: Hardware emulation, power modeling, silicon validation, hardware bring-up, and debugging.
- Software Development: GPU drivers, compilers, kernel/user-mode software, performance profiling, and automation.
- Infrastructure & IT: Linux, operating systems, HPC, networking, system administration, automation, and information security. Research: Computer architecture, graphics, VR/AR, machine learning, AI, and semiconductor technologies.
Total Rewards
At Samsung SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This is a paid, hourly internship. Your actual hourly pay will depend on variables that may include work location, academic standing, relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
The base pay range for this internship is:
- Austin, TX: $38.40–$63.60 San Jose, CA: $48.00–$78.00
Samsung Interns have access to benefits including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, housing and transportation stipend, free onsite lunch, access to fitness center, wellness activities, organized social events, professional development courses and resources, dedicated mentorship with an experienced engineer, and many more.
Trade Secrets
By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung or induce or encourage Samsung to use any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.
U.S. Export Control
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.
#SARC #ACL
* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page.
- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Staff R&D Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Sandia National Laboratories50
- Sherwin-Williams21
- Keysight Technologies18
- Procter & Gamble10
- Amgen8
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Telecommunications
- Electronics & Hardware
- Science & Research
- Chemicals & Materials
Tips for Your Staff R&D Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large employers open summer staff r&d engineer internship recruiting the preceding fall, often before October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly throughout the year so you catch roles in both windows and don't arrive late to cohorts that filled months before you started looking.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Staff r&d engineer intern hiring teams want something to assess beyond coursework. Document two or three technical projects end-to-end, name the tools and methods, and make the work viewable, whether that's a GitHub repository, a written technical report, or a set of CAD or design files. A linked portfolio answers the questions a resume alone cannot.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and career center staff and professors often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity reaches employers who never recruit on campus, widening the pool you're actually in front of.
Practice the technical screen out loud before you apply
Staff r&d engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering engineering fundamentals, design problems, or hands-on coding depending on the sub-discipline. Practice solving problems out loud, explaining your reasoning as you go, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers first
Many large engineering organizations run formal R&D intern cohorts designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have clearer return-offer processes than ad-hoc internships. Identify the programs that fit your discipline, confirm their application windows, and get your materials in during the first wave of recruiting.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 77% of the staff r&d engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take. On Migrate Mate, the work-type filter applies instantly and keeps your results focused from the first search.
Staff R&D Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a staff r&d engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For staff r&d engineer candidates, a portfolio of documented technical projects, with linked repositories or working prototypes, gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to company careers pages and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a staff r&d engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For staff r&d engineer interns, what drives it most is delivering on real project work, the team having open headcount at offer time, and communicating interest in returning before the internship ends. Position for a return offer by performing well, but keep applying to other roles so you're not counting on it.
When should I apply for staff r&d engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often opening applications in August or September for the following June cohort. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so staff r&d engineer internship openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss roles that open and fill quickly outside the main recruiting season.
Are staff r&d engineer internships paid?
Most professional staff r&d engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some employers also offer housing stipends or relocation assistance. Where an employer discloses pay, you'll see it in the listing. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established companies and largely limited to academic or nonprofit settings.
What should a staff r&d engineer internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For staff r&d engineer candidates, that means naming the tools and methods used and linking to the work directly, such as a GitHub repository, a published technical write-up, or CAD files. Add relevant coursework, any lab or research experience, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote staff r&d engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 23% of the staff r&d engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill quickly, so apply early once you've decided what works for your situation. Use the work-type filter to see only the format you can commit to rather than sorting through every listing.
Can international students get staff r&d 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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