RF Module Design - Summer/Fall Co-Op

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Date: Aug 13, 2025

Location: Newbury Park, CA, US

Company: Skyworks

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

 

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 75882 

Job Description

  Skyworks Solutions Inc. is a leading innovator in the RF Frontend module design industry, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for top-tier customers. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has positioned us at the forefront of the industry, and we are seeking talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success at this sunny and family friendly southern California design center located in Newbury Park, California.


  Not only you will learn and accumulate advanced technical skills, but we also provide various career growth opportunities to fit your personal career goals.  This role will involve you to develop the most sophisticated RF front end module through Skyworks technical networks with collaborations with expert teams among all Skyworks design centers across the US and Japan.  Overtime this position has potential to advance from individual contributor to key leader who will own and execute critical portion of our product developments.  This is a very exciting opportunity for candidate who has ambition to build up professional growth and be part of Skyworks success.  The qualified candidate needs to be a self-driven, committed team player and possess a full understanding of electromagnetics and RF circuits with details shown below.

Co-op duration:  June through December 2026

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

  • Adapting and developing best MCM design and full module co-simulation practices.
  • Designing customized semi-lumped RF matching networks, couplers, and biasing networks for RF frontend transmitting and receiving circuits with Power Amplifiers(PA) and Low Noise Amplifiers(LNA).
  • Designing multiplexing networks and filters with acoustic resonators(SAW&BAW), Integrated Passive devices(IPD), and Surface Mounted Devices(SMD).
  • Designing high-isolation laminate layouts to meet high density component module and able to meet stringent requirements such as de-sense, RF leakage, and harmonics.
  • Participating and conducting design review meeting.
  • Performing lab testing and tuning and using various RF test equipment

The circuit blocks involved in a typical product development may include:

  • Power Amplifiers
  • Integrated Passive Devices
  • SAW/BAW Duplexers & High-Q RF Filters
  • Switches
  • Low Noise Amplifiers
  • High-directivity couplers

 

Required Experience and Skills

  • Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering (or related) MS or PhD programs
  • Commitment to working on-site for 6 months
  • Experience with Software Tools Used such as:
    • Ansoft HFSS
    • Agilent ADS and Momentum
    • Cadence Allegro and Virtuoso Layout
    • Excel
    • Microsoft Office/Outlook
  • Experience with Hardware Tools such as:
    • Network Analyzers
    • Spectrum Analyzers
    • Signal Generators
    • Digital Receivers
    • Load-Pull/Tuners
    • RF Probe Stations

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.


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