Thermal Engineering Intern

Job Details:

Job Description:

This position requires candidates to upload a resume in English; you are welcome to upload multiple versions of your resume if you prefer but an English version of your resume will be required to be considered for this position.

Intel is looking for a Platform Design Engineering Intern to join our innovative team and contribute to creating hardware platforms that power Intel's cutting-edge technologies. As an intern in this role, you will gain hands-on experience in designing and developing platform hardware and PCB layouts, optimizing performance, and enabling manufacturability at scale. Your work will directly impact Intel's ability to shape the future of computing and deliver world-class products to our customers. This is an incredible opportunity to explore career possibilities, develop technical expertise, and collaborate with industry-leading professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design, development, evaluation and selection of board components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams to optimize design performance.
• Apply design principles to ensure the integration of components and enhance platform interaction.
• Contribute to thermal analysis using tools such as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), leveraging knowledge of Fluent.
• Utilize Python and MATLAB for data analysis and thermal evaluation to support design optimization.
• Engage in continuous learning and improvement to enhance technical skills and stay aligned with industry trends and Intel's business goals.

As a Thermal Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience and practical exposure to real-world engineering challenges while building a strong foundation for a career in hardware and platform design. You will learn to:

• Develop a fundamental understanding of platform hardware architecture, including board-level design concepts and component integration.
• Apply thermal engineering principles to evaluate and optimize system performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Perform thermal analysis and simulation using industry-standard tools such as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Analyze thermal and performance data using Python, supporting data-driven design decisions and optimization efforts.
• Understand how design trade-offs impact manufacturability, cost, performance, and scalability in high-volume production environments.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams, gaining exposure to electrical, mechanical, and system-level design considerations.
• Learn Intel’s design methodologies, validation processes, and engineering best practices used in the development of cutting-edge computing platforms.
• Strengthen problem-solving, analytical, and technical communication skills through real project contributions and design reviews.
• Gain insight into industry trends, emerging technologies, and Intel’s business objectives, helping you connect engineering work to broader product and customer impact.
• Build professional skills and confidence while exploring long-term career paths in thermal, hardware, and platform engineering.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position.  Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ months of experience in:
  • Thermal engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with Python or MATLAB
  • Thermal analysis and data interpretation.
  • Analyze platform component interactions.

• Advance English level.
• Must have unrestricted, permanent right to work in Mexico (this role is not eligible for visa or immigration sponsorship).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CFD tools such as Flotherm & Icepak for thermal modeling and evaluation.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical design principles.
• Eagerness to collaborate in a team-oriented environment and contribute to cross-functional projects.
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development.

We welcome your unique perspective and encourage you to apply to be a part of Intel's journey to shape the future of technology. Join us in making a meaningful impact through innovation and collaboration.

          

A candidate who accepts an offer of employment in Mexico is required to present their own personal identification information and numbers for the following: Mexican Security Number (NSS), Tax Identification Number (RFC) and CURP identification number.

Job Type:

Student / Intern

Shift:

Shift 1 (Mexico)

Primary Location:

Mexico, Guadalajara

Additional Locations:

Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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