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System Software Engineering - PhD Intern

OR$149,598 – $149,602Posted yesterday

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Visa sponsorship

Highly likelyHigh confidence

This employer sponsors this kind of work repeatedly, and is still filing this year.

2,446 recent H-1B filings · 485 similar-role filings

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Green card sponsorship

Strong historyHigh confidence

This employer has recently sponsored green cards at scale.

1,172 recent certified PERM filings · 377 similar-role filings

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Job description

Job Details:

Job Description:

The Role and Impact

As a System Software Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to the design, development, and validation of system software across multiple layers of the software stack, including firmware, drivers, operating systems, and middleware. This hands-on role allows you to apply your knowledge and build skills while working on impactful projects that support Intel's business goals. Your contributions will play a key role in optimizing Intel platforms and technologies for specific domains and market segments.

Business group

The Intel Foundry team is dedicated to developing and enabling advanced semiconductor manufacturing solutions that power Intel's leading-edge technologies. As a part of the LTD CMT Litho Tools organization, this internship provides an opportunity to engage in innovative software development and optimization work that supports Intel's broader mission of delivering world-class products to its customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and validate system software across firmware, drivers, operating systems, and middleware layers.
  • Collaborate on cross-stack software optimization for platforms and technologies.
  • Contribute to reference platform development for targeted domains and market segments.
  • Engage in hands-on projects that explore new methodologies and solutions in system software engineering.
  • Learn and apply technical knowledge while building career-relevant skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Candidate must be pursuing PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics.
  • Candidate must have demonstrated 1 year programming experience in C/C++, Java or Python.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Candidate should have worked on a project in fields of Computational geometry, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Numerical optimization, scientific computing.
  • Flexibility to work a 3-month internship during the Summer of 2027 located in Hillsboro, OR.
  • 3.5 or higher GPA is preferred

We invite you to bring your unique skills and perspective to Intel, where innovation thrives. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of technology while developing your expertise and exploring limitless career possibilities.

Job Type:

Student / Intern

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,598.00-149,602.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Our standard internship rates are based on your degree, location, and the job role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location and job role during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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Other openings

1 of 518 recent openings at this employer mention sponsorship.

Employer H-1B history

2,446
recent certified H-1B filings
1,203
new-hire petitions
485
filings for similar roles
1,731
so far in FY2026

Filed titles like this role: software engineer · software engineering · system software development engineer

More evidence details
  • 485 certified H-1B filings for this same role, 1,203 new-hire petitions across the employer, and 878 new hires already this year
  • 485 certified H-1B filings for this same role
  • 2,446 recent certified H-1B filings across the employer
  • Still filing this year — 1,731 filings in FY2026
  • 1,436 USCIS H-1B new-employment approvals, counted separately from LCA filings
  • Strong filing activity in OR
  • 1 other recent posting at this company mention sponsorship
  • 5,689 further USCIS approvals for extensions or transfers
  • 24 other recent postings at this company state a sponsorship restriction
  • The posting says nothing about sponsorship either way

Strong filing activity in OR.

Green card sponsorship evidence

Employer PERM history

1,172
recent certified PERM filings
377
filings for similar roles
405
filings in this location
Certified PERM filings by fiscal year
20231,799
20241,148
2025936
2026326YTD

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