Qualcomm · 22 hours ago
Automotive Engineering Internship – Summer 2026
San Diego, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $98/hr
1+ years exp
Start in 2026 SummerQualcomm is a leader in technology innovation, dedicated to engineering human progress. The Automotive Engineering Internship offers students the opportunity to contribute to projects focused on next-generation platforms for autonomous vehicles while gaining real-world experience and mentorship.
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Responsibilities
Help build best-in-class solutions and tools that enable state-of-the-art technologies for next-generation platforms for autonomous vehicles
Work in a dynamic environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers and software developers, collaborating with internal teams to advance automotive innovation
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 experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, etc
Preferred
Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD degree program in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2026 and June 2027
Experience in Positioning, Perception, or Planning in ADAS/Autonomy/AD
Safety-critical software development process (Functional Safety), including ASPICE, ASIL, ISO26262, MISRA C++, AUTOSAR C++
ROS/ROS2, DDS, Adaptive AUTOSAR middleware and frameworks
Robotics, Autonomous Driving, Lidar, Scene Segmentation, Object Detection
Embedded software driver development in C / C++ / Assembly with OS & Multi-processor concepts
Multi-Task Learning Networks (MTN)
Sensor Fusion, Positioning, SLAM, Motion Planning
SysML, Systems Engineering and Analysis
Familiarity with MBSE / System Modeling
System data-flows for MM & ML functions
Model-based development, Safety Analysis, Semi-formal notation, DFMEA, FMEDA
Experience or familiarity with tools such as SysML, UML, UML-RT, Magic Draw, IBM Rhapsody, Sparx Enterprise Architect (preferred)
Programming in C/C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, Java, Shell
Benefits
Accrued vacation time
Relocation coverage
Furnished housing accommodations
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.
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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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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