Platform Hardware and Systems Engineering - Intern, Bachelor’s

Join Intel

What if your next project helped power the future of technology?

At Intel, you'll do more than learn, you'll contribute. You'll work side-by-side with industry leaders, gain hands-on experience on meaningful projects, and help solve real-world challenges that affect billions of people worldwide. From advanced semiconductor manufacturing to AI-powered innovations, you'll play a role in technologies that redefine how the world works, learns, and connects.

What makes Intel unique is the opportunity to see the entire technology lifecycle in action. Unlike many companies where hardware, software, and manufacturing operate separately, Intel brings them together, giving you exposure to everything from research and design to advanced semiconductor manufacturing and global deployment.

Whether you're tackling engineering challenges, improving operations, analyzing data, advancing next-generation technologies, or supporting global customers, you'll build valuable skills while contributing to innovations that enable a more sustainable and connected future.

Bring your curiosity, make an impact, and see where your ideas can take you at Intel.

What You'll Do

Build technologies that power the future of computing. As a Platform Hardware and Systems Engineering Intern, you'll work on meaningful projects while building technical expertise that accelerates your professional growth.

• Hardware and systems architecture, design, and integration.
• Platform validation, debug, and performance optimization.
• Power, thermal, and signal integrity engineering.
• Programming, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Cross-functional work that advances platform capabilities.

Develop technical depth, tackle complex challenges, and contribute from day one while learning alongside experienced Intel engineers and technical leaders.

Where Your Career Could Take You

Potential opportunity areas include:

• Hardware Design Engineer
• Systems Engineering & Architecture roles
• Platform Validation Engineer
• Power & Signal Integrity Engineer
• GPU Platform Hardware Design Engineer
• Silicon & Packaging Engineer
• Emerging Technologies & Research roles

Build technical expertise, explore new possibilities, and help shape what is next in computing and semiconductor technology.

Must possess the minimum qualifications below to be initially considered for this position. Experience may be gained through coursework, research, academic projects, internships, laboratory work, student organizations, leadership experiences, or other relevant experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM field.
• 3+ months of experience gained through coursework, academic projects, research, internships, co-ops, student organizations, assistantships, or other relevant technical experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Experience or interest in design, architecture, programming, scripting, data analysis, automation, modeling, simulation, validation, or debugging.
• Hands-on coursework, research, projects, or internship experience related to the role family.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and ability to work in team-based environments.

Job Type: Student / Intern

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary

Location:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Folsom, US, California, Santa Clara, US, Texas, Austin

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $91,.00 USD (Hourly Role)
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Our standard internship rates are based on your degree, location, and the job role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location and job role during the hiring process.

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.
* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.