12 Month Engineering Co-Op

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Date: Nov 6, 2024

Location: Ottawa, ON, CA

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 value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. 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: 74225 

Job Description

 

The Diversified Analog Solutions team in Ottawa is developing wireless integrated circuit components and has a challenging opportunity for a University Student available for a 12 month work term. The successful candidate will report to a senior engineering mentor assigned to them. The ideal student will be required to apply sound engineering skills to a variety of task and project assignments in the area of electronics, design engineering, and semiconductor component test development.

Job Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the research and development of advanced RF integrated circuit and module in the area of wireless technology.

  • The role primarily focuses on conducting lab tests on RF circuits and presenting/interpreting measurement data; but the successful candidate may also be in involved in circuit design/simulation, presenting design expectations/results, and participating in design reviews.

  • Assist in new product engineering and design activities.

  • Assist full time engineering group members with their project assignments.

  • Completion of small projects and task assignments of various degrees of complexity, ranging from RF/analog design and test environment programming, documentation, etc.

Job Requirements

  • Candidate must be currently enrolled in an MS or PhD Electrical Engineering (or related) degree program.

  • Experience with RF lab equipment, including oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum/signal analyzer, VNA, etc.

  • Basic knowledge of RF / analog circuits and principles.

  • Solid understanding of S-parameters and electromagnetics 

  • Desirable knowledge/experience includes:

    • Familiarity with ADS, Cadence, or similar simulation tools

    • Familiarity with electromagnetic simulation tools such as ADS Momentum/EMX/HFSS

    • Basic familiarity with RF circuit blocks, such as PAs, LNAs, switches etc.

  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic

  • Must be willing to work in a hands-on environment

  • Must have strong time management skills

  • Good communication, organization, and documentation skills

The typical pay range for an intern is currently CAD $25.00 - $44.00 per hour. Starting base pay will depend on level of education and the ultimate job duties and requirements. 

 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.

 

Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.


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