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System Software Engineering - PhD Intern

Intel

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Base salary From $149,598

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Hillsboro, OR

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  • LocationHillsboro, OR
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About this job

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 USDThe 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.

Source: Intel on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($149,598) is above 52% of the 38 Software Engineering roles in Oregon listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $148,500; the middle half runs from $126,720 to $164,075.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Intel roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Intel roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
System Software Engineering - PhD Intern (this listing)From $149,598
Software Research Engineering - (PhD Intern)From $149,598
Software Solutions PhD Intern New 2027From $149,598
Software Engineering - PhD InternFrom $149,598
Senior Reliability PDK and TFM engineerFrom $149,600
Operations Research EngineerFrom $149,600
EDA Tool Software EngineerFrom $149,600

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Intel roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-09-25
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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,598.00-149,602.00 USD

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