NVIDIA

DFT Intern - Summer 2026

US, CA, Santa Clara Full time

Our work at NVIDIA is dedicated towards a computing model focused on visual and AI computing. For two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics, with our invention of the GPU. The GPU has also shown to be spectacularly effective at solving some of the most complex problems in computer science. Today, NVIDIA’s GPU simulates human intelligence, running deep learning algorithms and acting as the brain of computers, robots and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. We are looking to grow our company and teams with the smartest people in the world and there has never been a more exciting time to join our team! 

We are now looking for a DFT Intern! Are you passionate about manufacturing quality? Do you like to work at the intersection of design and silicon testing? NVIDIA is seeking extraordinary DFT interns who love to push the quality of the products they work on to the ultimate levels. The team is building groundbreaking methodologies and flows to drive production times and quality to the highest level.

What you’ll be doing:

  • As a member of the team, you will design and implement test methodologies for large, complex, high-volume Digital IC's.

  • You will work with logic designers to review and analyze IC designs and apply test techniques as necessary.

  • Your day to day will include developing software to automate test logic insertion, timing analysis, vector generation, and validation, as well as finding continual optimization of production test cost and quality.

What we need to see:

  • Pursuing a MS or PhD in Computer Architecture or Electrical Engineering

  • In-depth knowledge of techniques for the automated testing of complex semiconductors, including JTAG, BIST, and ATPG.

  • Good programming skills in C++ and Perl5.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you! 

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay based on the position, your location, year in school, degree, and experience. The hourly rate for our interns is 20 USD - 71 USD.

You will also be eligible for Intern benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 17, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.