Analog Layout Intern (Semiconductor)

Location: Pavia, Italy; internship takes place in the Pavia office

Expected base pay: €21,250–€28,750 annual rate

Company

hirify.global develops semiconductor solutions and infrastructure technologies for enterprise, cloud, AI, carrier, storage, security, and networking applications.

What you will do

• Learn and use IC layout development CAD and physical verification tools.
• Design masks and layouts using Cadence Virtuoso EXL/Custom Compiler and Synopsys tools.
• Apply design rules for advanced CMOS technology nodes from 16nm to 3nm.
• Run DRC and LVS checks and learn EMIR concepts for analog IC layout.
• Optimize layouts for area and parasitic resistance and capacitance.
• Collaborate with analog, layout, and project teams, provide progress updates, and present issues or solutions.

Requirements

• Student of Electronics or a related technical field at an accredited Italian university, or a Bachelor’s/Master’s graduate.
• Fundamental understanding of electronic concepts and circuit elements, including diodes, transistors, capacitors, resistors, latches, flip-flops, and combinatorial logic.
• Fluency in English and sufficient Italian are required.
• Must be eligible to work in Italy without restrictions.
• Strong communication skills for status updates and presentations to global teams across different time zones.

Nice to have

• Coursework or training in analog design or layout.
• Exposure to IC design engineering skills and tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Up to six-month internship in a collaborative analog engineering team.
• Technical mentoring and regular meetings with the layout and project teams.
• Opportunities to learn new technologies and develop IC design skills.
• Shared collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and professional development support.
• Access to technology and software may be subject to U.S. export control and licensing review.

Hiring process

• Interviews evaluate individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.
• AI tools, transcription apps, answer generators, and automated note-taking tools are not permitted during interviews.