Winter/Spring Applications Engineering Co-Op

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Date: Nov 21, 2024

Location: Woburn, MA, 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 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: 74411 

Summary

 

The RF Applications Engineering Co-Op role sits within an existing applications team supporting Skyworks IoT and Broad Market products which are sold to customers around the world. The Co-Op will join a highly trained and motivated team of applications engineers based in Woburn Massachusetts. The Co-Op will be exposed to many different technical disciplines through their real-world projects and tasks, such as semiconductor technologies, packaging technology, RF test engineering, ATE test engineering, semiconductor qualifications and system engineering, just to name a few.  

Products supported by this team include but are not limited to:

  1. IoT RF Front End Modules (FEM’s)

  2. LTE RF Low Data Rate Front End Modules (FEM’s)

  3. Reference Designs with SoC partners

  4. Multi-pole multi-throw switches for antenna management

  5. Wifi switches for transmit/receive functions

  6. GPS LNA’s

Job Responsibilities

 

  • Assist Applications team with customer specific testing across frequency and power levels

  • Run product simulations in ADS to assist customers with optimizing their system with Skyworks products

  • Evaluate portfolio products listed above on custom designed evaluation boards

  • Work with RF Designers, Project managers and Product Engineers as part of new product development

  • Assist in product documentation

  • Create customer presentations explaining complex concepts

  • Utilize various RF tools to conduct RF measurements in an engineering lab environment 

Job Requirements

 

  • Currently enrolled in an MS or BA/BS program studying Electrical Engineering, or similar

  • Must be returning to school following this Co-Op assignment

  • Able to commit to the Winter/Spring Co-Op program which runs from January 2025 to June 2025 (6 months)

  • Successfully completed at least one course in RF / Microwave Technology or Wireless Technologies

  • Exposure to and experience with using ADS simulation tool

  • Experience with VNA's, spectrum analyzers, noise figure meters, power meters, etc.

  • Interest in the RF/Microwave/Antenna/Wireless Technology field

  • Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

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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