SK hynix America · 21 hours ago
Intern - Processing-in-Memory (Summer 2026)
San Jose, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$26/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerSK hynix America is a global leader in semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions. They are seeking an Intern to drive innovation in energy-efficient memory technologies, focusing on research and development of next-generation memory architectures and solutions.
Semiconductors
Responsibilities
Research and develop next-generation memory architectures and solutions to improve computational efficiency
Design and optimize memory-centric computing systems for AI, HPC, and data-intensive applications
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate next-generation memory solutions into existing and future computing platforms
Develop memory access patterns, data flow optimizations, and power-efficient architectures for memory solutions
Work on memory controller design, data movement optimization, and system-level performance analysis
Conduct benchmarking and validation of new memory technologies in real-world applications
Stay up-to-date with industry trends in next-generation memory, AI accelerators, and computing architectures
Engage with research communities, publish findings, and contribute to technical conferences and patents
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Strong understanding of memory architectures (e.g., DRAM, HBM) and their role in modern computing
Knowledge of hardware/software co-design principles and memory hierarchy optimizations
Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or related programming languages
Familiarity with simulation tools for memory performance analysis and system modeling
Preferred
Ph.D. in a relevant field with research experience in Processing-in-Memory (PIM) or near-memory computing
Experience with AI/ML accelerators, FPGA prototyping, or custom hardware design
Understanding of parallel computing, GPU architectures, and HPC
Benefits
Housing Allowance
Company
SK hynix America
Semiconductors are essential to all IT products, and its performance often determines the performance of the final products.
Founded in 1983
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Lee
Director of Technology / Evangelist : Pathfinding & Partnerships
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