PhD Research Intern, Electronic Design Automation - 2027
NVIDIA· Intern
Santa Clara, CA$38/hr - $94/hrinternPosted 4w ago
About the role
PhD-level internship focused on AI, GPU computing, Formal Methods, and Electronic Design Automation (EDA) research at NVIDIA Research. Opportunities to develop GPU-accelerated EDA algorithms, collaborate across circuits/VLSI/architecture teams, and publish original research.
Responsibilities
- Apply AI (Agentic AI, LLMs, Generative AI, Reinforcement learning) and GPU acceleration to chip design workflows.
- Research and develop creative and innovative EDA software and algorithms.
- Collaborate with circuits, VLSI, and architecture team members in research and product teams.
- Plan to publish and present your original research
Qualifications
- Pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
- Publications in leading EDA or AI conferences on AI for EDA, Formal Methods, or GPU-accelerated EDA
- Excellent programming skills in rapid prototyping environments such as Python; C++ and parallel programming (e.g., CUDA) is a plus
- Expertise in EDA (e.g., formal verification techniques, logic synthesis, physical design, and timing and signoff) algorithms combined with publications and project experience applying AI to impactful problems
- Excellent self-motivation, a high degree of creativity, and a passion for research, collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively within a research team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience communicating technical work (e.g., academic presentations, poster sessions); ability to synthesize and explain complex technical concepts
Skills
Required:PythonC++Formal methodsEDA algorithmsCommunication
Nice to have:CUDA
Benefits
- Intern benefits (see provided link)
Last updated Oct 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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