Density Fill Development Engineer Intern

Intel Intel · Semiconductors · Arizona, Phoenix, United States +2

This internship focuses on the development and optimization of engineering tools like compilers, debuggers, profilers, and build systems to improve developer productivity and streamline workflows. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to align tool capabilities with platform needs and solve complex technical challenges.

What you'd actually do

  1. Contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of tools supporting engineering workflows, including compilers, debuggers, profilers, and build systems.
  2. Assist in toolchain integration, performance analysis, and feature development to improve developer productivity.
  3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tool capabilities with evolving platform requirements.
  4. Analyze and debug technical issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
  5. Apply system-level thinking and engineering fundamentals to solve complex problems.

Skills

Required

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related engineering field
  • Coursework in Digital Design, VLSI Design, Device Physics or CMOS Circuits, Software Engineering, Programming Languages or Compilers, and Computer Architecture
  • Engineering fundamentals and system-level thinking
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Python, Java)
  • Ability to debug, analyze root causes, and learn new tools quickly
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience through advanced course projects, labs, research, or prior internships
  • Proficiency in two or more programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, Java, TCL, PERL, SKILL)
  • Exposure to scripting and automation tools
  • Demonstrated ability to apply disciplined execution to solve technical challenges