Embedded Machine Learning & Radar Processing Intern - Summer 2027

Nice to Have

• Machine Learning & AI Experience Strong hands-on experience with machine learning and deep learning development.
• Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Experience optimizing and deploying AI models on resource-constrained embedded platforms.
• Bonus: Experience with custom AI toolchains such as NXP eIQ Auto.
• Bonus: Experience with model quantization, acceleration, or performance optimization for edge devices.
• Embedded Software Experience Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Embedded C.
• Experience setting up and using embedded development environments, including IDEs, compilers (GCC), and debuggers (GDB).
• Experience with embedded Linux software development and system integration.
• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and embedded software development using custom APIs.
• Experience with Robot Operating System (ROS/ROS2).
• Bonus: Experience with FPGA-based emulation platforms, hardware accelerators, or cycle-accurate simulators.
• Bonus: Familiarity with AI accelerators, NPUs, DSPs, or heterogeneous computing architectures.
• Additional Qualifications Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and passionate about solving challenging engineering problems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research and development environment.
• Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• In order to be considered for a summer internship with NXP you must be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term.
• If you are graduating prior to July 2027 please apply to Entry Level full-time roles.
• The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year.
• We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.
• Company benefits include health. dental, and vision insurance. 401(k), and paid leave.
• Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs.
• This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is: $64,400 to $107,500 annually More information about NXP in the United States...
• NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
• In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. #LI-e41b