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Applications Engineer - Intern

AT Silicon Labs
Silicon Labs

Applications Engineer - Intern

Austin, TX

We are Silicon Labs. We are a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.

By applying to this role, your application may also be considered for any of the following positions:

  • Software Engineer Intern
  • Embedded Software Engineer Intern
  • SQA Engineer Intern
  • Systems Engineer Intern

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Who We Are

As Applications Engineer s at Silicon Labs , we work on highly skilled team s that operate at the crossroads of software within the semiconductor space . E very team member is critical to the success of our IoT product offerings. We work to specify new designs , understand new product features, debug customer issues, and support customer needs . Learn more about the IoT solutions you will work o n and our company culture on Glassdoor .

What You'll Do

As a Silicon Labs Intern working as a Applications Engineer , you will help develop the industry's leading product applications in IoT while being mentored and closely guided by the best engineers with a vested interest in your success. You will receive plenty of exposure to our go-to-market project s as well as our people . You will also have numerous opportunities to learn, network, and develop new skills through our social events, leadership lectures, and volunteer opportunities. Learn more about our Summer Internship Program .

Our intern projects are designed to help you to grow your skill set while making meaningful contributions to our business. Here are some of the challenges you might get to tackle:
  • Develop firmware for 32-bit ARM Cortex MCU's and/or wireless communication protocols
  • Work with and gain extensive knowledge of software programming tools (IDEs, programmers, debuggers)
  • Enhance ability to troubleshoot and debug software, electronic systems, circuits, and devices
  • Actively work with customers to answer technical questions on their design


Who You Are
You are an innovator, builder, and tinkerer. You are looking for an opportunity to show off your breadth of skills from several disciplines. You want to work with a global team of technology enthusiasts and design pioneers.

You'll need a combination of some (not all) the qualifications listed below.
  • Completion of 2+ years of study
  • Enrollment in BS/MS/PhD Electrical or Computer Engineering degree plan
  • Skills: Strong C programming skills
  • Coursework, projects, and/or internship experience: embedded programming, scripting, analog or digital design, and/or participation in MCU, troubleshoot and debug systems, circuits, and devices , interest is IoT wireless technologies, such as Bluetooth, Zigbee, Z-Wave, and others
  • Relevant previous employment a plus
  • Extracurricular activities within organizations a plus


The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $76,960 ($37/HR) to $89,440 ($43/HR) USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other components may include a sign on bonus.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA
Job ID: Silicon_Labs-20090
Employment Type: Intern