Applications Engineering Intern

Power Integrations

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

San Jose, California

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Responsibilities

The intern will support the Applications Engineering team with board-level testing, debugging, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) validation. Key tasks include capturing electrical waveforms and documenting test procedures for power electronics boards.

Qualifications

You have a foundational knowledge of electronic circuits and are pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering. You are eager to gain hands-on experience with board-level testing, debugging, and validation activities in a professional engineering environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

oscilloscopes

EMC testing

ESD testing

surge testing

electrical circuits

power electronics

Job Description

Internship Title: Applications Engineering InternTeam: Applications Engineering Role Description:The intern will support the Applications engineering team with hands-on board-level testing, debugging, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) validation activities. This role provides practical exposure to power electronics behavior, signal integrity, and compliance-related testing under the guidance of experienced engineers. Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with DER board power-up, testing, and debugging
  • Capture and analyze electrical waveforms using lab instruments such as oscilloscopes and probes
  • Support surge testing activities, including test setup preparation, execution observation, and result documentation
  • Assist with EMC testing, including radiated and conducted emissions pre-compliance testing
  • Support ESD testing setup and evaluation to assess board-level robustness
  • Help identify anomalies in test results and support root-cause investigation under supervision
  • Document test procedures, results, and observations for internal reference and training materials
Expected Learning Outcomes:
  • Practical understanding of power electronics board behavior and integration challenges
  • Hands-on experience with waveform measurement and interpretation
  • Exposure to surge, EMC, and ESD test standards and setups
  • Improved troubleshooting and debugging skills in a lab environment
  • Measure effectiveness of AI tools in projects,
Qualifications & RequirementsRequired Skills: Basic knowledge of electronic circuitsPreferred Skills: Strong foundational knowledge of electronic circuitsEducation Level: 3rd year college undergraduate (or in MS/PhD program) who has completed a basic circuit analysis courseField(s) of Study: Electrical Engineering  Power Integrations is committed to building teams that drive innovation and therefore review a range of factors when determining compensation.  The hourly pay range for this internship is $32 to $34. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, qualifications and work location.   The range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for this intern in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

Power Integrations

Power Integrations, Inc., is a Silicon Valley-based supplier of high-performance electronic components used in high-voltage power-conversion systems. Our integrated circuits and diodes enable compact, energy-efficient AC-DC power supplies for a vast range of electronic products including mobile devices, TVs, PCs, appliances, smart utility meters and LED lights. Our SCALE™ IGBT drivers enhance the efficiency, reliability and cost of high-power applications such as industrial motor drives, solar and wind energy systems, electric vehicles and high-voltage DC transmission. Since its introduction in 1998, Power Integrations'​ EcoSmart® energy-efficiency technology has prevented billions of dollars'​ worth of energy waste and millions of tons of carbon emissions. Reflecting the environmental benefits of our products, Power Integrations'​ stock is a member of clean-technology stock indices sponsored by Cleantech Group LLC and Clean Edge. Visit our Green Room for a comprehensive guide to energy-efficiency standards around the world. For more information please visit www.power.com.
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