Demo

SoC Functional Validation Engineer Intern

Intel
Santa Clara, CA Intern
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Job Details

Job Description:

Embark with us on a journey of growth and transformation as we create exceptionally engineered technology and bring AI everywhere. As a valued team member, your adaptability and attention to detail will contribute to our drive for results and relentless pursuit of quality, ensuring we meet our customers' needs with precision.

Join us and build on our legacy of innovation and collaboration as we deliver world‑changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet.

Life at Intel: https://jobs.intel.com/en/life-at-intel

Contributes to the functional, power and performance, and/or electrical validation of silicon products. Supports debugging, performance analysis, and validation coverage to ensure product readiness and quality. May assist in test automation, data analysis for validation metrics, and the development and implementation of validation infrastructure and test environment used in validation testing. As an intern, learns and applies knowledge, builds skills, and explores future career opportunities through hands-on experience and projects that support Intel business goals in a collaborative environment.

Work on a variety of hardware and software test planning, development, and execution projects. Code writing for automation and simulation projects. Engage in triage and debug activities to support engineering teams. Gain knowledge of system architecture, system software, and hardware interactions.

Responsibilities may be quite diverse of a nonexempt technical nature. U.S. experience and education requirements will vary significantly depending on the unique needs of the job. Job assignments are usually for the summer or for short periods during breaks from school.

This position is not eligible for Intel Immigration Sponsorship.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Experience would be obtained through a combination of prior education level classes, and current level school classes, projects, research, and relevant previous job and/or internship experience.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering Degree Program or related field.
  • Direct programming experience with Python or C/C languages

Preferred Qualifications

  • System Verilog experience
  • Computer/System architecture
  • Logic analyzers, oscilloscope lab experience
  • AI/Machine Learning concepts and development

Take the first step towards an impactful career at Intel by applying today. Let your passion for innovation and learning propel you into a future of limitless possibilities. Apply now and take the first step in your journey with Intel.

Interview Tips: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/hiring.html

Job Type

Student / Intern

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Texas, Austin

Additional Locations:

US, California, Santa Clara

Business Group

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $77,300.00 - 104,600.00 USD (Hourly Role)

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Our standard internship rates are based on your degree, location, and the job role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location and job role during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

Salary : $77,300 - $104,600

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a SoC Functional Validation Engineer Intern?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the SoC Functional Validation Engineer Intern career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$64,490 - $82,642
Income Estimation: 
$90,932 - $119,676
Income Estimation: 
$56,898 - $76,005
Income Estimation: 
$96,211 - $107,713
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Intel

  • Intel Hillsboro, OR
  • Job Details Job Description: This role operates at the intersection of architecture, technology, and business strategy, influencing Intel's product roadmap... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Intel Hillsboro, OR
  • Job Details Job Description: We are looking for an experienced MSVC Compiler Engineer to contribute to the development of the Microsoft Visual C (MSVC) com... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Intel Hillsboro, OR
  • Job Details Job Description: Develops the logic design, register transfer level (RTL) coding, and simulation for a CPU required to generate cell libraries,... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Intel Hillsboro, OR
  • Job Details Job Description: Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fie... more
  • 14 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other SoC Functional Validation Engineer Intern jobs in the Santa Clara, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • Intel Santa Clara, CA
  • Job Details Job Description: Intel Silicon Architecture, Power-Performance (SiA PTP) team is looking for a highly skilled SoC performance engineer to join ... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • asteralabs San Jose, CA
  • Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosy... more
  • 3 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!