Verification Engineer Internships
Verification engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience testing real hardware and RTL designs, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Semiconductor, automotive, and consumer electronics companies lead demand, with {{top_industries_phrase}} seeing the most openings and Cirrus Logic, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Tesla among the employers posting roles now.
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About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power‑efficient and high‑performance solutions for high‑growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com .
Internship Program Overview:
Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.
Summary of Role:
MIPS – A GlobalFoundries company is seeking a Design Verification Engineer Intern to join the CPU verification team in Plano, Texas. The intern will gain hands-on experience verifying processor components, with a focus on CPU core functionality, performance, and modeling, while learning advanced verification methodologies and collaborating with experienced architects and designers.
Essential Responsibilities include:
- Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems.
- Interpret microarchitectural specifications and contribute to effective verification strategies.
- Develop and execute verification plans, including testbench creation and test case development.
- Write directed and constrained-random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.
- Use UVM-based environments for coverage-driven verification.
- Analyze coverage reports and support closure of functional and code coverage gaps.
- Automate regression and verification flows using Python, Perl, or Shell.
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.Required Qualifications:
- Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
- Coursework or project experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, or constrained-random verification.
- Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS.
- Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts.
- Scripting experience in Python, Perl, or Shell.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior related internship or co-op experience
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
- Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.
- Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
- Exposure to RISC-V architecture.
- Knowledge of interconnect protocols such as AXI, ACE, or CHI.
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Expected Salary Range
$20.00 - $40.00
Expected Salary Range
$0.00 - $0.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power‑efficient and high‑performance solutions for high‑growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com .
Internship Program Overview:
Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.
Summary of Role:
MIPS – A GlobalFoundries company is seeking a Design Verification Engineer Intern to join the CPU verification team in Plano, Texas. The intern will gain hands-on experience verifying processor components, with a focus on CPU core functionality, performance, and modeling, while learning advanced verification methodologies and collaborating with experienced architects and designers.
Essential Responsibilities include:
- Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems.
- Interpret microarchitectural specifications and contribute to effective verification strategies.
- Develop and execute verification plans, including testbench creation and test case development.
- Write directed and constrained-random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.
- Use UVM-based environments for coverage-driven verification.
- Analyze coverage reports and support closure of functional and code coverage gaps.
- Automate regression and verification flows using Python, Perl, or Shell.
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.Required Qualifications:
- Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
- Coursework or project experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, or constrained-random verification.
- Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS.
- Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts.
- Scripting experience in Python, Perl, or Shell.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior related internship or co-op experience
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
- Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.
- Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
- Exposure to RISC-V architecture.
- Knowledge of interconnect protocols such as AXI, ACE, or CHI.
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Expected Salary Range
$20.00 - $40.00
Expected Salary Range
$0.00 - $0.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
Verification Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Verification Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before your target start date
Large semiconductor and hardware employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, closing cohorts well before spring semester. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings now and apply the moment a role opens rather than waiting for a formal recruiting season.
Build a public project portfolio before you apply
Verification engineer hiring teams expect limited work history from interns and look for concrete proof instead. Push two or three complete projects to a public GitHub repository, testbench code, RTL simulations, SystemVerilog exercises, or UVM environments, so every application comes with a link reviewers can actually open and read.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Career 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. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never hit public listings.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
Verification engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering digital logic, RTL concepts, and SystemVerilog or Python exercises. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work through problems, interviewers weigh how you think through a bug or testbench design as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured university and rotational programs early
Larger hardware and semiconductor employers run cohort-based intern programs built to train people new to functional verification. These programs recruit in the fall for summer starts and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your target companies, apply in the first wave, and follow each program's dedicated application portal rather than the general careers page.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the verification engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, lab access often matters for hardware-adjacent work, and filter by location and work type from the start so you're not sorting through roles you can't take.
Verification Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a verification engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For verification engineer candidates, a linked GitHub repository with RTL simulations, testbench code, or SystemVerilog projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a verification 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 verification engineer interns is performance on real verification tasks, available team headcount, and how early you discuss return-offer timing with your manager. Position for one by delivering visible results, but don't count on it when evaluating the opportunity.
When should I apply for verification engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large semiconductor and hardware employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the strongest shot at structured programs.
Are verification engineer internships paid?
Most professional verification engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it, so filtering for roles with disclosed compensation lets you compare options without chasing figures that aren't posted.
What should a verification engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used, SystemVerilog, UVM, Python, or whichever stack applies, and link to the code on GitHub or a comparable public repository so reviewers can assess your work directly. Add relevant coursework in digital design or computer architecture, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote verification engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the verification engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they're open to candidates nationwide, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get verification 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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