{"id":1562775,"url":"https://alion.io/job/draper-integrated-circuits-intern-2","title":"Integrated Circuits Intern","company":{"id":58532,"name":"Draper","domain":"draper.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/draper-com","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":78,"open_postings":33,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.879,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":30,"computed_at":"2026-10-01T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"intern","employment_type":"internship","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Cambridge, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":89000,"max_usd":256000,"period":"year","method":null,"sample_n":2549},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"MATLAB","optional":false},{"name":"Simulink","optional":false},{"name":"SystemVerilog","optional":false},{"name":"Verilog","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-30T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-30","last_verified_at":"2026-10-01T16:05:25Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":2,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":2},"description":"Overview:\nDraper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.\nJob Description Summary:\nAn ASIC Design Intern in the Silicon Architecture group contributes to the design of integrated circuits from conceptual phases through detailed design, implementation, verification, test and delivery to our customers. The Architect is responsible for developing initial architectural concepts and vetting them through modeling, analysis, and simulation. The Architect works with both Analog and Digital Circuit Designers to identify opportunities for trades across domains which enable the most efficient design solution. The Architect develops top level and circuit-level specifications, develops conceptual circuit designs, reviews detailed block-level designs during implementation, conducts chip level-planning with implementation team, and provides inputs to verification and test planning.Job Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nDesign, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.\n\nImplement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.\n\nGenerate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.\n\nComplete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.\n\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nProgram Requirements\nEnrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.\n\nThere is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.\n\nSkills/Abilities\nExcellent written and oral communication skills.\n\nExcellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.\n\nAbility to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.\n\nStrong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.\n\nAdditional Job Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nContribute to integrated circuit-based solutions to complex customer problems.\nContribute to integrated circuit requirements based on customer needs.\nDesign and simulate circuits using functional modeling tools (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink, System Verilog)\nDesign and simulate circuits at the transistor level to implement architecture\nPerform System-on-chip (SOC) design trades between analog, digital hardware, and software implementations to deliver optimized designs.\nEvaluate feasibility and costs/benefits of algorithm implementation in hardware vs software.\nParticipate in top level verification planning with verification team.\nThrive in multidisciplinary design teams, communicating effectively to peers and supervisors.\nDevelop design documentation, e.g. architectural description, interface definition, and requirements.\nContribute to test plans and conduct bench-level testing Qualifications\nProficiency with Cadence or equivalent integrated circuit design tools e.g. Virtuoso, Genus, Innovus, Tempus, Voltus\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nExcellent mathematical skills\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail\nExcellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines\nPreferred Qualifications\nProficiency or interest in learning high level mixed-signal modeling & verification tools such as System Verilog, SV-RNM, Verilog-AMS\nProficient in scripting (e.g. Python, SKILL) for automating aspects of the design, implementation, verification, and test flows.\nApplicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridgeJob Location - State:\nMassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$20.00 - $45.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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