Circuit Design Intern, Master's or PhD (Summer 2027) (AI/Semiconductor)

Location: Austin, Texas, USA

Salary: $20.00–$40.00 per hour; the exact salary depends on qualifications, experience, and location.

Company

hirify.global manufactures essential semiconductors and develops power-efficient, high-performance solutions for growth markets including AI and automotive applications.

What you will do

• Perform block-level place-and-route for complex cores using standard-cell and memory-library IP across multiple GF technologies.
• Run RTL simulation and verification flows to validate core implementations and support power benchmarking and design analysis.
• Optimize standard-cell logic and memory IP for performance, power, area, and implementation quality.
• Develop and maintain Tcl and Perl scripts for physical-design and RTL-simulation automation, reporting, and data collection.
• Use CAD and electronic design automation tools for VLSI implementation, analysis, debugging, and documentation.
• Support safe and responsible execution of activities in line with Environmental, Health, Safety & Security programs.

Requirements

• Must be at least a sophomore and actively pursuing a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field during the internship.
• Overall GPA of at least 3.0 and good academic standing.
• English fluency in written and verbal communication.
• Availability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
• Coursework, research, or project experience in VLSI design, physical design, RTL simulation, standard-cell or memory IP, or semiconductor circuit design.
• Familiarity with place-and-route, RTL simulation, CAD/EDA tools, and Tcl or Perl scripting.

Nice to have

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Leadership experience in workplace, academic projects, or competitions.
• Working knowledge of UNIX operating systems.
• Project management, planning, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in using AI tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity and decision-making.

Culture & Benefits

• One-on-one mentorship and assignments designed to support professional growth.
• Professional development opportunities and networking with executives.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience in the semiconductor industry through the internship pipeline.
• Commitment to workplace diversity, equal opportunity, security, longevity, and sustainability.