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SOC DFT Intern - Summer 2027

NXP

Hours
Full time
Where
Austin (Oakhill, Office)
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End Date: 2 October 2026
Posted
Sep 7

Job Description

Job Title: DFT Intern

Location: Austin, TX (On-site/Hybrid)

Department: Digital Design – DFT

Reports To: DFT Engineer / Manager

What you'd do

  • Assist in the implementation of DFT techniques such as scan insertion, boundary scan, and memory BIST.
  • Support ATPG pattern generation and validation using industry-standard tools.
  • Help with test coverage analysis and debug of test patterns.
  • Collaborate with RTL designers and verification teams to ensure testability requirements are met.
  • Contribute to automation of DFT flows using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL).
  • Document DFT methodologies, test plans, and results.

What they want

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of digital logic design and VLSI fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with Verilog/VHDL and scripting languages (Python, Perl, or TCL).
  • Exposure to DFT concepts such as scan chains, ATPG, and BIST is a plus.
  • Experience with EDA tools from Synopsys, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics is desirable.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

About NXP

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Design for Test (DFT) Intern to join our Digital Design team. As a DFT Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers to support the development and implementation of DFT methodologies for cutting-edge SoC designs. This internship offers hands-on experience in scan insertion, ATPG, MBIST, and other test-related flows in a real-world semiconductor environment.

Starts
2026-09-07