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RF Module Design - Winter/Spring Co-Op

Skyworks Solutions, Inc
United States, California, Newbury Park
Aug 06, 2025
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time. At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates. Requisition ID:75850 Description As a Co-op at Skyworks Solutions, you will have the exciting opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge and experience in highly integrated RF circuits while working as part of the product development team. Our culture is designed to promote fast decision making, uninhibited sharing of best practices, and a sense of individual ownership, so we can create unparalleled products and respond quickly to customer needs. These values lead to business agility and customer centricity - essential ingredients for success. Co-op duration January to June 2026 Responsibilities The successful candidate will be part of a multi-discipline team developing front-end modules for the high volume productions. During the Co-op he/she will work closely with design engineers, validation engineers, and lab technicians. Work activities include: lab testing and optimization of circuits, data analysis, presentation of measurement results. The candidate will face challenging performance parameters in the design of front-end modules and work with various teams to launch products to the fast paced and competitive wireless handset market. Required Experience and Skills Study towards a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering. Must be available from January to June 2026. Solid understanding of RF concepts such as impedance matching, impedance transformation, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, bandwidth and stability. Experience and familiarity with testing, evaluation and debugging RF, analog IC and MCM designs in a lab environment. Hands-on experience with Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Loadpull, Signal Generator, Probing Station, etc. Coursework in the following areas: Circuits and Electronics, Semiconductor Devices, Analog/Mixed Signal, RF/Microwave Circuits and Systems, Electromagnetics. Experience using C/C++, Matlab, etc. A self-starter and team player with strong desire to learn on the job. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Must have a career interest in becoming a Engineer in RF/microwave area. Desired Experience and Skills Good understanding of RF systems and familiarity with cellular standards. Good understanding of various power amplifier topologies, linearity and efficiency enhancement techniques, active biasing and broadband techniques is essential. Hands on experience in MCM artwork, EM simulation using ADS Momentum, HFSS, etc. Direct design experience with power amplifiers, RF switches and LNAs utilizing Agilent ADS/Cadence. Solid understanding of device and process technologies. Knowledge of both silicon and GaAs technologies. Knowledge of filter design in BAW/SAW technologies. The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.