Qualcomm · 16 hours ago
Wireless Systems Engineering Internship - Summer 2026
San Diego, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $98/hr
Start in 2026 SummerQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leader in innovative technology that transforms businesses and enriches lives. The Wireless Systems Engineering Intern will work with a team of engineers to innovate on CDMA ASICs and help establish standards for next-generation wireless networks.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AISoftwareTelecommunicationsWireless
Responsibilities
Push the boundaries of what exists and help establish the new standards for tomorrow
Work as an equal contributor on a team of leading engineers to innovate on CDMA Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and architect, analyze, and simulate cutting-edge, next-generation wireless networks
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
Must be available for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2026 (May–September)
Expected graduation date of November 2026 or later
1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python
Preferred
Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD degree program in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field
Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2026 and June 2027
Communication theory, stochastic processes, linear algebra, signal processing, information theory, channel coding, probability and random processes, applied mathematics, RF interfaces, and digital mitigation of RF distortion
Bayesian inference or upper layer protocol design experience including 3GPP IMS, NAS, MAC/RLC/PDCP and RRC, IP, UDP, TCP, HTTP, routing
Experience with wireless standards (LTE, WiFi, 5G, UMTS)
Knowledge and/or experience in MIMO, OFDM, CDMA
PHY/MAC layer systems design for 5G (sub-6 and mmWave), spectrum sharing, and next-generation WiFi
Systems design for M2M, cellular V2X communication, and industrial IoT
Knowledge of modem architecture, software engineering and simulation design, microprocessor architecture, embedded software, application layer protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP)
Test automation framework design and development using Python
Experience with cellular systems, voice/data, test equipment/tools, and systems performance analysis
Good understanding of AI/ML concepts such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, on-device learning, transfer learning, ML frameworks (PyTorch, Keras), and wireless domain ML
Ability to program effectively in C/C++, Python, and/or Matlab
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
Founded in 1985
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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CEO
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