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GPU Physical Design Intern

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Apple

12d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Cambridge

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in EE or related field, understand ASIC/digital design, know scripting (TCL/Perl), and possess problem-solving skills. Teamwork and eagerness to learn are essential.
  • You will assist in physical design tasks, including floorplanning, placement, and routing, while collaborating with engineers on metrics, analysis, and automation to enhance design results.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • At the end of the internship, you must return to school to continue your education or the internship must be the last requirement for you to graduate.
  • Understanding of ASIC design and digital design techniques
  • Some scripting/programming knowledge i.e. knowledge of TCL/Perl
  • Strong analytical/problem solving skills
  • Eagerness to learn new things and take up new challenges
  • Be a team worker with strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • As an intern you will join the GPU PD team, working on the physical design of new Apple products and will have the opportunity to see how a modern ASIC design flow works.
  • With mentorship, you will work through all the aspects of physical design from the floorplanning of blocks, placement and routing.
  • You will work with engineers to identify key metrics and analyse results then help write scripts to automate flows and help to improve these key metrics.
  • You will utilise the latest technologies and learn from experienced engineers.
  • Partnering with the RTL Design teams will be key to understand chip architecture and how physical design needs to work with these teams to achieve world beating results.

FAQs

What is the location of the GPU Physical Design Intern position?

The position is based in Cambridge.

What are the start dates for the internship?

The start dates for the internship are Winter 2024 or Spring/Summer 2025.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Applicants must be currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a related field, and must return to school after the internship or have it as their last requirement for graduation.

Is experience with ASIC design necessary for this role?

An understanding of ASIC design and digital design techniques is required, although specific prior experience is not mandatory.

What programming or scripting knowledge is preferred for this internship?

Knowledge of scripting/programming languages such as TCL or Perl is preferred.

Are there any specific skills or characteristics that would help an applicant succeed in this role?

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, an eagerness to learn, and strong interpersonal skills as a team worker are important for success in this role.

What kind of tasks will the intern be involved in during the internship?

The intern will work on the physical design of new Apple products, including tasks such as floorplanning of blocks, placement, and routing, while also helping to write scripts to automate flows and analyze results.

Are there any preferred qualifications that would enhance a candidate's application?

Yes, circuit design and layout knowledge, understanding of Verilog/VHDL, and familiarity with the Physical Design process, including areas like Synthesis, Place, and Route (PnR) would be beneficial.

Will interns receive mentorship during their time at Apple?

Yes, interns will receive mentorship and guidance while working with experienced engineers in the GPU Hardware Tech team.

What type of projects can interns expect to work on?

Interns can expect to work on projects related to the physical design of cutting-edge GPUs that power Apple's iconic products like Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad.

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