R&D Hardware Engineer, Intern

Overview Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Responsibilities The candidate will serve as a summer intern in the hardware development group responsible for network visibility platforms. Assist with hardware bring-up, validation, and debug activities. Perform laboratory testing and data collection using standard test equipment. Review and interpret schematics and design documentation. Support troubleshooting of board- and system-level hardware issues. Document test procedures, results, and findings. What You Will Learn Advanced schematic review and board-level design practices. Hardware bring-up and validation methodologies. Debug techniques using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment. Industry-standard development and troubleshooting workflows. High-speed interface fundamentals and system architecture concepts. Desired Characteristics Strong curiosity and willingness to learn. Hands-on approach to problem solving. Interest in hardware debugging and root-cause analysis. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment. Qualifications Required Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Demonstrated interest and aptitude in hardware design, validation, and debugging. Understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, including: Digital logic design Basic electronics Circuit analysis Computer architecture Basic scripting (Python, Bash, or similar) Familiarity with common laboratory equipment: Digital multimeter (DMM) Oscilloscope Bench power supplies Ability to read and understand electronic schematics. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with or exposure to: FPGA development Microcontrollers and embedded systems DDR memory fundamentals PCIe architecture and protocols Common communication interfaces: I²C SPI UART Linux-based debugging and development environments Relocation may be available for this position. Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***