Summer Intern, RF Systems Engineering

Location: Washington

Who We Are:

Sirius

XM and its brands (Pandora, SXM Media, Ads Wizz, Simplecast, and Sirius

XM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.

This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing Sirius

XM's vision to life every day.

SiriusXM

Sirius

XM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. Sirius

XM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of Sirius

XM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. Sirius

XM's subsidiaries Simplecast and Ads Wizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company's advertising sales organization, which operates as SXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. Sirius

XM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, Sirius

XM offers connected vehicle services to automakers

How you'll make an impact:

As an RF Systems Engineer Intern, you will work alongside experienced RF engineers to support the design, optimization, and performance analysis of Sirius

XM's terrestrial wireless systems. You will gain hands-on exposure to RF system performance engineering in complex urban environments, contributing to projects that improve signal quality, coverage, and reliability for our listeners.

This role offers a balance of analytical work, lab-based activities, and supervised field experience, providing a practical introduction to real-world RF systems engineering

What you'll do:

* Work with RF Systems and cross-functional teams to support ongoing network performance and optimization initiatives. Assist with analysis, documentation, and field activities that contribute to the planning and improvement of Sirius

XM's terrestrial repeater network.

* On any given day, you might be:

* Assisting with RF performance analyses, including SNR and signal quality evaluations

* Supporting RF propagation modeling and coverage analysis efforts using industry-standard planning tools

* Helping analyze drive test data and preparing summaries to support system optimization decisions

* Participating in supervised site walks and drive testing activities in metropolitan areas

* Assisting with the preparation and review of RF design documentation, drawings, and reports

* Collaborating with engineering and operations teams to support alignment between RF designs and field implementations

* Gaining exposure to RF test equipment, measurement techniques, and lab-based validation activities

What you'll need:

* Internships are open to current students enrolled at a university (those graduating by May 2027 are preferred) and recent graduates who graduated within the 12-month period prior to the start of the internship.

* Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Wireless Communications Engineering, Engineering Physics (with RF or electromagnetics coursework), or an Applied Engineering program with an RF or wireless emphasis.

* Fundamental knowledge of RF and wireless communication principles, including signal propagation, path loss, interference, and basic link budget concepts.

* Exposure to RF system analysis, modeling, or performance evaluation through coursework, laboratory work, or academic projects.

* Exposure to RF planning, mapping, or analysis tools through coursework or prior internship experience is a plus.

* Familiarity with basic RF measurement concepts and test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, signal generators) is a plus.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and summarize findings.

* Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.

* Strong attention to detail with good time management and…