CST Application Engineer Intern - Physical Systems
- Pay
- $29 – $53 per hour
- Location
- San Jose, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Internship
- Level
- Entry level
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- computer-aided engineering
- engineering analysis
- Python
Also useful
- electronic design automation
- AI-assisted workflows
Stated benefits & perks
- 401k match
- Paid holidays
Pay and benefits
The ideal candidate is a rising senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace electrical, computer), or another STEM discipline at an accredited university. For exceptional candidates, master's degree students will also be considered for this program.
Experience with computer aided engineering (CAE), electronic design automation (EDA), foundational systems design or simulation experience, or AI use cases is preferred. Candidates must be able to manage multiple complex assignments and demonstrate strong communication, presentation, assessment, and analytical skills. We're doing work that matters.
Help us solve what others can't. undefined Company Description: At Cadence, our core values are more than just words, they are the way we work, laugh, debate, care, question, and innovate together. We are One Cadence-One Team. Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on.
We are a global electronic design automation (EDA) company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers to create revolutionary products and experiences. Our team's shared passion for solving the world's toughest technical challenges makes us proud to be part of Cadence.
Our unique culture has been recognized on FORTUNE Magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and garnered accolades from the Great Place To Work Institute around the globe. The annual salary range for Cali fornia is $28.60 to $53.12 an hour. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure.
Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid holidays and 401(k) plan with employer match. We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.
About Cadence
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Are you currently enrolled in an engineering program and seeking an exciting summer 2027 internship with a leading Silicon Valley technology company?
Join the Cadence Design Systems Physical System Design and Analysis (PSDA) Team, where you will work with industry-leading computer aided engineering (CAE) tools and collaborate with technical experts in a dynamic, innovative environment focused on simulation and analysis of complex physical systems.
You will gain insight into leading-edge systems technologies, learn how a global technology company operates, and experience how technical teams solve complex engineering challenges. Cadence is a global leader in electronic and systems design, building on more than 35 years of computational software expertise.
Through its Intelligent System Design strategy, Cadence delivers software, hardware, and intellectual property that transform silicon, systems and electronic design concepts into reality.
Cadence serves many of the world's most innovative companies, enabling extraordinary electronic products-from chips and boards to complete systems-for dynamic markets including consumer electronics, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace, industrial, and healthcare. At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who are committed to advancing technology and making a meaningful global impact.
Where is the internship located? San Jose, California What does the internship offer? Interns will participate in a three-month, cohort-based program alongside peers from across the United States.
The program provides hands-on training in applications supporting engineering analysis, system design and tools; digital/analog IC design and tools; advanced verification; hardware emulation; and the application of artificial intelligence across these disciplines.
Interns will also learn from technical experts and application engineers who provide design services, technical sales support, and customer support to Cadence's most advanced customers.
The cohort-based program provides experience in the following areas: Fundamentals of computer-aided engineering, physics-based simulation, and engineering analysis Hands-on use of Cadence CAE tools and workflows for physical system design and analysis Coding and scripting using languages such as Python to automate simulation, data processing, and reporting tasks Professional services, including project delivery, simulation best practices, and creation of customer-ready engineering outputs Practical applications of artificial intelligence in engineering analysis, workflow automation, knowledge management, and customer service How long is the internship?
The internship is a three-month program scheduled for summer 2027. Position
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Common questions
What is the salary for the CST Application Engineer Intern - Physical Systems role at Cadence?
The CST Application Engineer Intern - Physical Systems posting at Cadence states compensation of $29 – $53 per hour. It is listed as a internship position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Cadence's official career site.
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This CST Application Engineer Intern - Physical Systems position at Cadence is located in San Jose, CA (On-site). Always check Cadence's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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