Application Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Supporting digital design activities using Cadence IC design and verification tools
• Contributing to the analysis and resolution of real-life design challenges
• Working alongside application engineers on customer‑facing technical topics
• Participating in seminars, technical discussions, and project work within the business unit
• What you'll learn
• How design automation tools are applied across modern semiconductor workflows
• Practical insight into digital IC design methodologies and technologies
• Exposure to current challenges and emerging ideas in the semiconductor industry
• How application engineers collaborate with customers to solve complex technical problems
• You will also have access to high‑quality technical training and mentoring throughout your internship. The role offers flexibility to explore areas of interest in greater depth, while being supported by the wider team.
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.

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Additional Information

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world's most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health. At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Job Title: Application Engineering Intern Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom Reports to: Application Engineering Director Duration: 6 months Job Overview: As an Application Engineering Intern , you will gain hands-on experience using Cadence's industry‑leading IC design tools on real engineering challenges. Your work will span a range of technical topics in the digital design space, giving you practical exposure to how design automation tools are used in real customer environments. You will be part of a collaborative engineering team and will have opportunities to engage with customers, with guidance and support from experienced application engineers. This role is designed to help you build both technical capability and professional confidence.

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