What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2026 Masters Silicon Architect and Radiation Effects Intern position at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc?
WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.
As an AMD intern, you’ll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real-world experience on projects that impact millions of end-users worldwide. Whether you’re an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter—and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.
JOB DETAILS:
- Location: San Jose, CA
- Onsite/Hybrid: These roles require the student to work full time (40 hours a week) onsite throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term.
- Duration: (select term that aligns with your hiring expectations)
- Summer: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026 or June 22, 2026 – September 11, 2026
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
We are seeking highly motivated intern/co-op to join our team during Summer 2026.
The Radiation Effects and Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) Architecture team at AMD is responsible for defining next generation on the architecture, development, and validation of commercial and radiation tolerant FPGA/ACAP solutions, for the Terrestrial (Telecom, Avionics, Automotive, Datacenter, AI, etc.) and Space markets.
As an intern in this team, you will support/Contribute to:
- Assist with roadmap activities for 7nm Versal devices, including development of test benches, accelerated beam testing, and data analysis for current terrestrial and space solutions.
- Support the Next-Generation Architecture definition for Single Event Effects (SEE) and Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS).
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Basic Device Physics, Electrical Engineering skills,
- RAS, HW development, basic SW Coding skills (python, etc.),
- US citizen or Permanent Resident
- Student enrolled in a Masters or PhD in electrical or computer engineering or an allied field with some focus on FPGA architecture or algorithms
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.