
Master Thesis Internship - AI-Driven Transistor Design Exploration
Key Skills
Job Description
Being part of the NXP Design Enablement (DE) global team as a Master Student offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of semiconductor design, software engineering, and AI innovation.
In this role, you will:
- Develop an AI-Agent that will use an internal device exploration and characterization tool to evaluate trade-offs between performance, mismatch, area, power, and technology options.
- Learn about device optimization, process and design-space exploration, operating-condition checks to support transistor-level design decisions.
- Help establish, together with the NXP team, efficient, best-in-class methodologies that support NXP design centers worldwide.
- Work in a multicultural, global environment alongside NXP design organizations across the world.
- Join a worldwide team of experts recognized as technical leaders in this unique and highly competitive domain.
Do you want to work in an exciting company that is at the heart of innovation ? Join us and learn something new every day !
Your Profile
- Enrolled in a Master’s degree in Electronics or Artificial Intelligence (or related fields).
- Proficient with Python language development and experience with ML libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, pyQT).
- Strong analytical, problem solving mindset and willingness to explore complex engineering environments.
- Ability to work independently and communicate results clearly.
- Linux environment (all our development tools are running on this platform)
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Nice to Have:
- Interest in EDA tools, semiconductor design flows, or engineering automation (experience not required).
- Data engineering or pipeline tools.
- Git, Jira.
- Prior AI/ML project experience (academic or personal).
Core Responsibilities
Develop an AI-Agent to evaluate performance, power, and area trade-offs within an internal device exploration tool. Collaborate with global NXP design teams to establish best-in-class methodologies for transistor-level design decisions.
Requirements
Candidates must be enrolled in a Master's degree in Electronics or Artificial Intelligence with proficiency in Python and ML libraries. Strong analytical skills and experience working in a Linux environment are required.
About NXP Semiconductors
Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
We anticipate tomorrow’s needs—navigating a changing world by bringing together technology's brightest minds to build game-changing solutions that propel us forward. NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communications infrastructure markets. NXP's "Brighter Together" approach combines leading-edge technology with pioneering people to develop system solutions that make the connected world better, safer, and more secure. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $12.61 billion in 2024. Find out more at www.nxp.com. Career Development Opportunities : Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Privacy Policy: https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/privacy-policy-for-social-media-pages:PRIVACY-POLICY-SOCIAL-MEDIA