For our IC Design Centre, we are seeking a motivated and dedicated FPGA / Hardware Engineering Intern to join our international team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on advanced prototyping and evaluation systems for Sony's innovative CMOS Image Sensors. The intern will support the development of FPGA-based platforms that emulate final products, ensuring their quality and performance before mass production. This is a hands-on role ideal for a student passionate about digital design, hardware, and the latest technology.

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You will:

• Assist in the development and verification of FPGA designs for image sensor emulation platforms using VHDL or Verilog.
• Support the bring-up, testing, and debugging of hardware prototypes, including custom PCBs and daughter cards.
• Help create and maintain scripts (e.g., using Python, Tcl) to automate FPGA builds, testing procedures, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with senior FPGA, firmware, and digital design engineers to understand system requirements and assist in integration tasks.
• Document test plans, procedures, and results to support the validation process.

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You will have:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree, or equivalent, in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Good understanding of digital logic design fundamentals.
• Basic exposure to an HDL (VHDL or Verilog) through coursework or projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team environment.

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You can set yourself apart if you have:

• Hands-on experience with FPGAs (Xilinx or Intel/Altera) from university or personal projects.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or Tcl.
• Basic knowledge of PCB design principles and/or schematic capture tools.
• Experience with lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and signal generators.

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Your new office:

Lysaker, European Development Centre (EUDC):

Our modern furnished office in Lysaker is based in the business district close to a large park and the sea, so you can enjoy a walk or a bike ride on your break, with some cafés and shops nearby too. We have free coffee and fruit available in the kitchen as well as a canteen serving a range of meals. We have a diverse group of employees here from many international regions. The office is located just outside Oslo, with Gardermoen International Airport a short distance away. The office is a very short walk from Lysaker Train Station.

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