Intern (Communication Systems)

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Irvine, CA, USA
In-Office
22-24 Hourly
Internship
Hardware • Semiconductor
The Role
Hands-on intern role supporting characterization, testing, and debugging of communication systems in a lab. Duties include reviewing documentation, setting up and evaluating tests, recording results, identifying non-conformances, communicating findings, and participating in continuous improvement.
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Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Communication Systems Engineer Intern with an Electronics Engineer background for summer 2026. This position offers hands-on experience in the characterization, testing, and debugging of Communication Systems in a laboratory environment.

  • Review and understand documentation for laboratory activities.
  • Support the setup, testing and evaluation of communication systems in the lab.
  • Record test results, identify non-conformances, and communicate findings with team members.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within Communication Systems team.

    Requirements/Qualifications:

    • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
    • Ability to work on-site 10 hours per week.
    • Proficient in Matlab and Python.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    Travel Time:

    0% - 25%

    Physical Attributes:

    Feeling, Hearing, Lifting, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

    Physical Requirements:

    10% standing, 10% walking, 80% sitting, 100% in doors; Usual business hours

    Pay Range:

    Find information about all our benefits at the link below:

    Benefits of working at Microchip

    The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $22-$24.*

    *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

    Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

    To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

    Skills Required

    • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
    • Ability to work on-site 10 hours per week
    • Proficient in Matlab
    • Proficient in Python
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills

    Microchip Technology Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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    • Healthcare Strength Health coverage starts on the first day, and some sites provide on‑site clinics and fitness centers. Health insurance is characterized as generally positive and, in some cases, low‑cost.
    • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee stock purchase plan with a 15% discount and look‑back and broad‑based RSUs are available to employees. Active participation and company disclosures indicate these equity programs are widely accessible.
    • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company match is offered across U.S. locations. Employer‑verified listings and location pages corroborate the availability of retirement benefits.

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    The Company
    HQ: Chandler, AZ
    13,393 Employees
    Year Founded: 1989

    What We Do

    Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market. The company’s solutions serve more than 125,000 customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality.

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