Silicon Engineering Intern

About the role

Microsoft is looking for a Silicon Engineering Intern in Bangalore to support the design, verification, and testing of pre‑silicon hardware components. You will work on real‑world projects, collaborate with global teams, and help define architecture, test plans, and performance parameters for digital electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and evaluating electronic parts, circuits, and integrated components for digital devices.
• Define architecture and operating parameters for micro‑electronic components.
• Develop and execute pre‑silicon verification test cases, including simulation, emulation, and signal‑integrity checks.
• Create test plans, test benches, and automation scripts to validate hardware designs.
• Analyze test data to confirm performance requirements and guide design improvements.
• Present instrumentation results and recommendations to architects and senior engineers.

Eligibility

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Must have at least one academic quarter/semester remaining after the internship.

Skills

• Digital logic design and simulation.
• Object‑oriented programming and data structures.
• Embedded systems and firmware development.
• Verification principles, testbenches, and UVM methodology.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages.
• Experience with digital timing analysis, synthesis, place‑and‑route, and VLSI circuit design.

Benefits

• Work on real‑world hardware projects with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Collaborate with global teams and gain exposure to cutting‑edge silicon technologies.
• Opportunities to build community, explore personal interests, and develop professional skills.