Summer Internship
May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
Morrisville, NC - 100% onsite
Our System and Solutions team is looking for a talented electrical engineering or computer engineering student to join our team this Summer as an applications engineer intern. Our team works on complete solutions for target market and customer applications, maximizing Renesas content in our designs and proof-of-concept boards. The successful candidate will work directly with their mentor and the team manager during their internship. An intern working with the team can expect to learn Renesas embedded system designs and how they are being implemented, both from a hardware and software perspective during their time with our team.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Analyze current application designs and create proof-of-concept plans utilizing the latest Renesas products
- Create schematics and implement a HW design in Altium
- Develop SW to run the designed proof-of-concept
- Create presentations and documentation to share data and ideas across a global team
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a similar field
- Strong organizational and communications skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with designing embedded systems
- Willingness to work in new and unfamiliar technology fields
- Familiarity with Altium is a plus
Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.
At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.
We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.
Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?
Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.
Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar field
- Strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills
- Experience designing embedded systems
- Willingness to work in new and unfamiliar technology fields
- Familiarity with Altium
Renesas Electronics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Renesas Electronics and has not been reviewed or approved by Renesas Electronics.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Feedback suggests pay is generally fair-to-good across many roles, with base pay aligned to prevailing market levels in multiple U.S. locations. Engineering and leadership tracks can be competitive on total compensation, reinforcing a sense that pay can meet market expectations in key job families.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests core medical, dental, and vision coverage is solid and well-regarded by employees. Day-one eligibility in U.S. roles is described, supporting confidence in access and continuity of care.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests PTO, paid holidays, sick time, and parental leave provide a comprehensive time-off framework. Company initiatives like Renesas Day and meeting-light Focus Fridays further support time away and balance.
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What We Do
We're the world's leading semiconductor manufacturer. Our mission is to make our lives easier and a world that's safer, healthier, greener, and smarter.
