Research Intern

Keysight Technologies

1mo ago

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Engineering
IT & Cybersecurity
Santa Rosa

AI generated summary

You must be a Junior, Senior, or Master's student with skills in electronics, signal processing, circuit design, schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded systems, and testing using relevant tools.
You will design a low-cost measurement instrument, collaborate in a team, engage in teardown analysis, create prototypes, and work under a mentor for guidance over a 3-month internship.

Requirements

Must be in Junior, Senior Or Masters year
Skills Needed: Combination of electronics, signal processing, and circuit design skills.
Electronics and Circuit Design
Understanding of analog and digital circuits, Knowledge of RF electronics, Experience with op-amps, filters, oscillators, and mixers.
Signal Processing
Understanding Fourier Transform, Knowledge of waveform generation techniques, Concepts of modulation and demodulation, Signal amplitude, phase, and frequency analysis, Working with bandwidth, resolution, and dynamic range.
Block Diagram Design Skills
Ability to conceptualize signal flow (e.g., from antenna to output display).
Knowledge of key components: RF Front-End (LNA, Mixer, LO), IF (Intermediate Frequency) Section, ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter), Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Unit, Display/Interface Module
Schematic Design and PCB Layout
Experience with schematic capture software, Understanding of PCB layout considerations for RF circuits, Knowledge of grounding, shielding, and impedance matching.
Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
Familiarity with FPGA, DSP, or microcontrollers for real-time processing, Programming in C/C++ or Python.
Test and Measurement Skills
Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, Understanding of signal integrity, noise reduction, and error handling.
Simulation and Modeling
Working with MATLAB, Simulink, LTspice, or ADS (Advanced Design System), Ability to simulate and analyze RF circuits and signal processing algorithms.
System Integration and Debugging
Ability to integrate different hardware and software components, Debugging skills using logic analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.

Responsibilities

Designing a low-cost measurement instrument
You will work in a team of 3-4 interns.
The internship is onsite at the Keysight Campus (Santa Rosa, CA), where you will work together with your team in a physical workspace.
You will be part of a team with an allocated budget, competing against 3-4 other teams in a design competition to develop low-cost measurement instrument. This will involve teardown analysis and innovative ground-up design.
The winning team will receive a prize of X$$.
You will be assigned a Coach/Mentor who will provide an overview of:
The target product and its high-level functionality.
Relevant datasheets and technical information.
Guidance on interfacing with Keysight personnel.
Your team’s deliverables will include:
Architecture Design, Block-Level Design, or Schematic Design.
Early prototypes.
Internship Duration: 3 months, with an option to extend up to 6-9 months.
Accommodation: The company will sponsor a rental house near the campus for interns during the project.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship duration is 3 months, with an option to extend up to 6-9 months.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is onsite at the Keysight Campus in Santa Rosa, CA.

Will interns work in teams?

Yes, interns will work in teams of 3-4.

Is there any financial support for accommodation?

Yes, the company will sponsor a rental house near the campus for interns during the project.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be in their Junior, Senior, or Master's year and possess a combination of electronics, signal processing, and circuit design skills.

What skills are needed for this internship?

The required skills include electronics and circuit design, signal processing, block diagram design, schematic design and PCB layout, embedded systems and microcontrollers, test and measurement skills, simulation and modeling, and system integration and debugging.

Will interns receive mentorship during the internship?

Yes, each intern will be assigned a Coach/Mentor who will provide guidance throughout the project.

Is there a competition aspect to the internship?

Yes, interns will participate in a design competition to develop a low-cost measurement instrument, with a prize awarded to the winning team.

What pay range can interns expect?

Pay will fall in the middle range of $25-45 per hour.

Does Keysight embrace diversity and inclusion in its workplace?

Yes, diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral parts of Keysight's culture and drivers of innovation.

Keysight Technologies

Accelerate Innovation to Connect and Secure the World

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

10,001+

Employees

2014

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Keysight empowers innovators to explore, design, and bring world-changing technologies to life. As the industry’s premier global innovation partner, Keysight’s software-centric solutions serve engineers across the design and development environment, enabling them to deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs at speed and with reduced risk. Keysight leverages its strength as the world’s leading test and measurement provider and today enables innovators to push the boundaries of engineering by quickly solving design, emulation, and test challenges to help create the best product experiences. Whether you're looking to improve your design and development process, optimize and secure your network, or harness AI and digital twins to get a head start on technologies like 6G, AV and EV, IoT, or quantum computing — Keysight accelerates innovation across the workflow with intelligent insights built on the most accurate measurements. Our fusion of technology knowledge, measurement science expertise, and tailored solutions helps you forge ahead with confidence in our connected and dynamic world. Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) is an S&P 500 technology company, headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, with offices and manufacturing worldwide. Keysight owns 2,000+ patents and our ~15,000 employees work with nearly 32,000 customers worldwide to start technology revolutions. Keysight customers span the communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, semiconductor, and general electronics markets.