MS/PhD Summer 2027 Intern, VLSI Design, Memory Technology

The Memory Technology Group is at the core of Sandisk's engineering organization. We are building a cutting edge 3D memory in our multi-billion dollars lab. Our memory provides performance, power, and endurance at a lower cost without forgoing quality. The Memory Technology organization is a strategic entity for the company and we are constantly growing. Our group functions as a start-up within Sandisk, and offers a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you’ll be at the center of innovation. We are seeking highly motivated students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in the semiconductor industry to join our Logic Design Team. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects and contribute to the development of advanced memory technologies. 

Examples of projects completed by previous interns include:
• Developing RTL design automation tools and scripts to improve engineering productivity
• Creating and executing directed test vectors for design verification and validation In addition to their technical assignments, interns will have the opportunity to learn more about the company, expand their professional network, and engage with their internship cohort through social events, volunteer projects, and our Executive Leadership speaker series. The Sandisk Summer Internship Program is a paid, full-time (40 hours/week), 12-week position. Internship placements within the Memory Technology Organization are located in Milpitas, CA.

Qualifications

Required:
• Currently pursuing a Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field
• Basic understanding of digital logic design and computer architecture concepts
• Familiarity with RTL design using Verilog or SystemVerilog through coursework, academic projects, or internships
• Understanding of logic simulation and digital verification methodologies
• Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, C/C++
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• Interest in memory technologies and semiconductor product development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred:
• Coursework or project experience related to ASIC, VLSI, FPGA, or digital system design
• Familiarity with one or more stages of the digital design flow, including RTL design, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis, or verification
• Exposure to industry EDA tools such as Synopsys or Cadence tools through coursework, research, or prior internships
• Understanding of semiconductor fundamentals, CMOS circuits, or device physics
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN, Perforce, etc.)
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools