NPU Internship

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Leixlip, Ireland

Internship

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Intel is hiring a NPU Internship — a internship, based in Leixlip, Ireland role. Apply directly on Intel's careers page below.

Intel NPU Internship

Location: Ireland, Leixlip

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Details:

Job Description:

Client AI (Movidius NPU) group specializes in design of high-performance, ultra-low power Neural network IP (NPU) technology for advanced AI applications. Step inside our world and you’ll find one brilliant mind after another working together in a spirit of collaboration that is simply contagious. And through this shared dedication, a culture of innovation and exploration, we do more than deliver the latest technologies.

We deliver the future. And this is where you come in. We need innovators and proven communicators like you to push our thinking. We need your strong collaboration and organizational skills, as well as your ability to effectively work with and manage teams. You will help push us to the next level. Joining Client AI (Movidius NPU) means joining a dynamic team at a company that has established a reputation for innovation.

Client AI (Movidius NPU) has multiple Internships available in 2027 across all our hardware and software centric design teams. We have roles in the following teams:

Hardware focused roles:

Physical design team - Physical layout, design and verification

RTL Design team - Hardware IP design and verification

Architecture team - Hardware Architecture design

Verification team - Hardware IP verification and design qualification

AI Applications team - Evaluate Neural network use cases

Software focused roles:

Complier team - Developing an optimised compiler toolchain for the IP to deliver inference performance though the OpenVino tool kit --> Intel® Distribution of OpenVINO™ Toolkit

Dev Ops - IT and Operational services

NPU Software - Developing software drivers and firmware for the IP

Pre-Silicon Simulation team – IP Models and integrating them into virtual platforms.

Mixed SW/HW roles:

Emulation team - Developing and validate pre silicon models on FPGA and emulation platforms.

Design Automation - Infrastructure and automation

NPU(Movidius)Lab Services and Remote Operations

Intern will be actively supporting Client AI group development activities across all our development disciplines.

FGPA emulation, remote testing and development farms.
Testing and validation of product specifications and characteristics.
Use case projects including demo development, utilizing our extensive prototyping hardware.
Development of lab tools and services.

This role comprises significant operational management and business management elements in areas such as: EHS (Environmental Health and Safety), logistics & controlled technology, privacy (GDPR), operational management and finance.

[Please indicate on your cover letter roles you would be interested in]

Specific technical activities will vary depending per team, with all internships working on our current cutting-edge NPU neural processor technology portfolio. A strong problem-solving mindset is needed to resolve issues in flows, in designs, in testcases, toolsets etc.

Qualifications:

The candidate must be currently doing a Level 8 or Level 9 college course in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or an equivalent course.

You must also be available for six to eight months in 2027 with a preferred starting date between January and June.

Required Competencies

• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and manage stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated team dynamics / ability to work as part of a high performing team.

• Ability to deal with ambiguity in defining activities and direction.

• Good planning & organization skills.

What we offer

We give you opportunities to transform technology and create a better future, by delivering products that touch the lives of every person on earth. As a global leader in innovation and new technology, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and exciting environment-where the brightest minds in the world come together to achieve exceptional results.

Job Type:

Student / Intern

Shift:

Shift 1 (Ireland)

Primary Location:

Ireland, Leixlip

Additional Locations:

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

EU Salary

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

The minimum Annual Salary for this job which could be performed in Ireland is: €31,400.00 The job posting reflects the minimum base compensation for this role. Our standard internship rates are aligned with the specific job role and degree level. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may also include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will provide the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.