RF IC Designer Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities
This job will be part of the Keysight Labs Organization, which enables Keysight be first to market, focusing on top opportunities and market trends that address unmet needs. As a MMIC Design Intern, you will be joining a dedicated team of visionaries to innovate and deliver the next generation of high frequency, state of the art components that enable breakthrough performance in Keysight's instruments. Keysight fosters a collaborative engineering environment which emphasizes teamwork, enthusiasm, and excellence in creating high performance solutions.
Qualifications
Education:
Pursuing M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field, with thesis work and/or relevant industry experience in mm-wave IC design.
Experience:
- mm-wave IC design in advanced semiconductor technologies.
- Experience in using the following tools or equivalent: ADS, Momentum, RFPro, EMPro.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, document, and present results.
A successful person in this job will have:
- An understanding of semiconductor devices and high frequency circiut design to develop creative design methodologies to push process limitations.
- Experience in on-wafer probe calibration and measurements.
- Knowledge in device modelling, thermal design, and IC package design.
- An understanding of current state of the art technologies and what might be possible with a combination of circuit design and process capabilities, helping to drive key specifications.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, time management and communication skills to work in dynamic environment as part of multiple teams working on multiple projects.
- Be highly motivated to accomplish all the tasks required to meet aggressive product development schedules and world class manufacturing expectations.
Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2027. Applicants who have graduated before September 2027 will not be considered unless they are entering/applying to a MS or PHD program after graduating.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.
California Pay Range: $52.89 - $56.96
Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.
This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***
This job will be part of the Keysight Labs Organization, which enables Keysight be first to market, focusing on top opportunities and market trends that address unmet needs. As a MMIC Design Intern, you will be joining a dedicated team of visionaries to innovate and deliver the next generation of high frequency, state of the art components that enable breakthrough performance in Keysight's instruments. Keysight fosters a collaborative engineering environment which emphasizes teamwork, enthusiasm, and excellence in creating high performance solutions.
Education:
Pursuing M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field, with thesis work and/or relevant industry experience in mm-wave IC design.
Experience:
- mm-wave IC design in advanced semiconductor technologies.
- Experience in using the following tools or equivalent: ADS, Momentum, RFPro, EMPro.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, document, and present results.
A successful person in this job will have:
- An understanding of semiconductor devices and high frequency circiut design to develop creative design methodologies to push process limitations.
- Experience in on-wafer probe calibration and measurements.
- Knowledge in device modelling, thermal design, and IC package design.
- An understanding of current state of the art technologies and what might be possible with a combination of circuit design and process capabilities, helping to drive key specifications.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, time management and communication skills to work in dynamic environment as part of multiple teams working on multiple projects.
- Be highly motivated to accomplish all the tasks required to meet aggressive product development schedules and world class manufacturing expectations.
Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2027. Applicants who have graduated before September 2027 will not be considered unless they are entering/applying to a MS or PHD program after graduating.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.
California Pay Range: $52.89 - $56.96
Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.
This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***