FY27 Intern - Applied AI Engineering Intern (Hardware Systems) - Canada (16 months)

Role overview

Potential project work

• Develop AI agents and intelligent workflows for hardware design and verification.
• Apply LLMs to RTL/SystemVerilog generation, analysis, debugging, and code understanding.
• Build automation flows spanning C/C++, SystemC, and RTL development.
• Create and evaluate benchmark datasets for hardware-focused AI applications.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, and verification teams on engineering challenges.

Minimum qualifications

• Pursuing a BS/MS or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Engineering Physics, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C/C++; understanding of digital design, computer architecture, or hardware systems.
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments and interest in AI, machine learning, LLMs, and semiconductor technology.
• For the 16-month internship, availability from May/June 2027 through August/September 2028 and expected graduation in November 2028 or later.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog, RTL, FPGA design, or hardware verification.
• Familiarity with Git, scripting, and software development best practices.

Internship program

• Interns work with teams and mentors, with access to professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series.
• The program offers competitive hourly pay, accrued vacation time, and a housing stipend.

Application process

• Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis; advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank assessment.
• An export license may be required for applicants with citizenship in certain listed countries, which may affect the ability to start on time.