Design Enablement Engineer Intern (Jan-Jun 2027)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient and high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. With global manufacturing operations across the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Internship Program Overview

Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.

Summary of Role

We are seeking a motivated Intern to support the characterization, validation, and analysis of silicon photonic devices. This internship offers hands-on experience with advanced optical and electrical test equipment, data analysis, and semiconductor testing in a collaborative R&D and engineering environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in performing optical and electrical testing of silicon photonic devices at chip and wafer levels following established procedures and work instructions.
• Support execution of test plans and ensure accurate collection and recording of measurement data.
• Analyze test data and prepare summaries, charts, and reports for review by engineers and project teams.
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting test-related issues and investigating measurement anomalies.
• Help maintain laboratory test setups, equipment, and testing environments to ensure reliable operation.
• Participate in the development and enhancement of automated test solutions, data collection tools, and test workflows.
• Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures, results, observations, and lessons learned.
• Support additional engineering projects and initiatives as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
• Available for a 16–24 week, credit-bearing internship commencing January 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Project management skills, including the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter, and the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.
• Interested in optoelectronics and semiconductor technologies.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Please indicate your internship period clearly in your CV/resume/cover letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency, and innovation while our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. All qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

Background Checks

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable, and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

Benefits

Information about our benefits can be found here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia.