Intern Validation Engineering

Overview

Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an intern for the validation team of Memory Interface Chip business unit. Our team focuses on validation of memory buffer semiconductor products used in high-speed memory interconnect applications. Our team works in the lab to automate data collection and provide results to ensure system performance and specification compliance. The intern will gain experience with the latest high-speed memory interface technologies used in memory and data center applications, specifically DDR5.

The intern may gain experience using the next generation server systems used during the validation of our products. There may also be opportunities to work on automation of benchtop lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes and pattern generators.The intern will work on-site for a 3-month period around the Summer of 2026.

Location: San Jose, CA, Agoura Hills, CA, Johns Crrek, GA and Morrisville, NC

Responsibilities

• Lab bring-up and validation of high-speed memory buffer semiconductor products.  
• Develop test methodologies for validating silicon designs against specifications.  
• Develop scripts for automating lab equipment and for analyzing lab data. 

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. Student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields. 
• Fast learner with interest in hands-on lab work
• Python scripting  
• Coursework in computer architecture would be helpful.

About Rambus

Rambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop the cutting-edge products and technologies essential for tomorrow’s systems.

Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program, and gym membership.

The US salary range for this full-time position is $24.96 to $46.35. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions.

Rambus is committed to cultivating a culture where we actively seek to understand, respect, and celebrate the complex and rich identities of ourselves and others. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives are geared towards valuing the differences in backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts at Rambus to help enhance collaboration, teamwork, engagement, and innovation. At Rambus, we believe that we can be our best when every member of our organization feels respected, included, and heard.

Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application.

Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

For more information about Rambus, visit rambus.com. For additional information on life at Rambus and our current openings, check out rambus.com/careers/.