Duration

• 12 months: May/June 2026 - May/June 2027
• 16 months: May/June 2026 - August/September 2027

The Position

Do you want to understand how source code is turned into running programs on the latest SoC with advanced computer architecture with industry leading performance? Be part of the group that writes compilers and uses analysis to generate fast code, working closely with Qualcomm’s CPU architects.

You will be working with a small, focused team of industry experts who are passionate about what they do and want to help you advance in your career.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing the performance of industry benchmarks and implementing compiler changes to improve performance
• Implement data visualization methods to help our team and the CPU architects understand performance characteristics
• Run simulations of architectural features under development and communicate those results

Requirements

• Strong academic records (GPA 3.0 or 72% and better); 
• Excellent programming skills in Python, Perl, C/C++ 
• Ability to debug, root cause, and resolve issues spanning multiple subsystems. 
• Proven ability to own problems and drive them to a resolution
• Basic understanding of Computer Architecture/microarchitecture concepts 
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal communications skill (written and verbal)
• Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and flexible
• In study towards a bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Science, Computer Science, or related field 
• Eligible candidates must have a graduation date in December 2027 or later, including May or June 2028.
• For 16-month internships: must be available May/June 2026 - August/September 2027
• For 12-month internships: must be available May/June 2026 - May/June 2027

Nice To Haves

• Academic experience with toolchains/compilers such as LLVM or GCC.
• Experience in Python, Debug, Gitlab, and Jira are all a plus 
• Python/Perl or other scripting languages
• C/C++ 

Company

Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5Gs potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.