SOC DFT Engineer Intern Summer 2026
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title:DFT Intern
Location:Austin TX (On-site/Hybrid)
Department:Digital Design DFT
Reports To:DFT Engineer / Manager
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientedDesign for Test (DFT) Internto join our Digital Design team. As a DFT Intern you will work closely with experienced engineers to support the development and implementation of DFT methodologies for cutting-edge SoC designs. This internship offers hands-on experience in scan insertion ATPG MBIST and other test-related flows in a real-world semiconductor environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the implementation of DFT techniques such as scan insertion boundary scan and memory BIST.
- Support ATPG pattern generation and validation using industry-standard tools.
- Help with test coverage analysis and debug of test patterns.
- Collaborate with RTL designers and verification teams to ensure testability requirements are met.
- Contribute to automation of DFT flows using scripting languages (e.g. Python Perl TCL).
- Document DFT methodologies test plans and results.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing aBachelors or Masters degreein Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field.
- Strong understanding of digital logic design and VLSI fundamentals.
- Familiarity with Verilog/VHDL and scripting languages (Python Perl or TCL).
- Exposure to DFT concepts such as scan chains ATPG and BIST is a plus.
- Experience with EDA tools from Synopsys Cadence or Mentor Graphics is desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):
- Coursework or project experience in DFT or digital IC design.
- Knowledge of STA synthesis and RTL verification.
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
What Youll Gain:
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard DFT tools and flows.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.
- Exposure to the full ASIC design and test cycle.
- Opportunity to contribute to real silicon projects.
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