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Design Verification Engineer

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Posted Oct 29, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Engineering & R&D Semiconductor & Display Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Beaverton, Oregon, United States
Employment
Internship
Education
Enrolled in BSEE/CS or MSEE/CS program

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Role Summary

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This Design Verification Intern role supports the chip design effort for Apple products, with a focus on ensuring the quality of the SOC. The intern works with the team and with design and micro-architecture teams on specifications, test plans, and verification methodology.

What You'll Do

  • Ensuring the quality of the SOC
  • Working closely with the team to review specifications, develop attributes, tests & coverage plans, and define methodology & test benches
  • Teaming up with the design and micro-architecture teams to understand the functional and performance goals of the design
  • Work independently and manage deliverables to align with the project goals plus support cross-functional engineering efforts

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Qualifications

Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's electrical engineering or computer science program, with preferred knowledge of CPU and SOC design, Verilog, and scripting.

Required

  • Enrolled in BSEE/CS or MSEE/CS program

Preferred

  • Enrolled in BSEE/MSEE or MSCE program
  • Knowledge of CPU & SOC architecture/design
  • Low-level programming of complex computer systems in C/C++/assembly
  • Coding in a scripting language, Perl, Python, Ruby, etc.
  • Exposure to object oriented programming concepts
  • Knowledge of industry standard interfaces, good understanding of Verilog, Verilog simulator and debug
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication skills combined with team-oriented approaches to own the verification efforts in a specific area of the design

Original job description

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Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, hard-working and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet?

As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unrivaled and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every single day. Apple is looking for a talented and motivated Design Verification Intern to be part of a highly talented team. You will be at the heart of the chip design effort collaborating with all disciplines (vertical product model) with critical impact in getting functional products to millions of customers quickly.

Description

• Ensuring the quality of the SOC
• Working closely with the team to review specifications, develop attributes, tests & coverage plans, and define methodology & test benches
• Teaming up with the design and micro-architecture teams to understand the functional and performance goals of the design
• Work independently and manage deliverables to align with the project goals plus support cross- functional engineering efforts

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in BSEE/CS or MSEE/CS program

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrolled in BSEE/MSEEorMSCEprogram
• Knowledge of CPU&SOC architecture/design
• Low-level programming of complex computer systems in C/C++/assembly
• Coding in a scripting language, Perl,Python,Ruby,etc.
• Exposure to object oriented programming concepts
• Knowledge of industry standard interfaces, good understanding of Verilog, Verilog simulator and debug
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills combined with team-oriented approaches to own the verification efforts in a specific area of the design

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.