Application Engineering Intern (Coherent DSP) - Bachelor's Degree

About Marvell

Marvell's semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.

Your Team, Your Impact

Marvell's Coherent DSP team develops state-of-the-art mixed signal analog and digital signal processing solutions for optical interconnects using coherent technology, which are critical for connecting hyperscaler data centers across distances of 20km to 1000km, and beyond. Our portfolio includes industry-leading products like Canopus and Deneb for 400G transmission, Orion for 800G, and next generation 1.6T platforms that enable high-performance optical connectivity for AI cluster, cloud, and telecom networks.

What You Can Expect

As an Applications Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting our coherent DSP solutions while working alongside experienced engineers. Your responsibilities will include:

Testing and Validation: Participate in testing and validation activities for Marvell's coherent DSP solutions in optical system platforms under supervision

Problem-Solving Support: Assist in debugging optical, analog, and signal processing problems replicating customer implementations

Technical Documentation: Prepare chart reviews and short briefs summarizing your project test results and recommendations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including analog, digital, DSP, system, optical and firmware teams to solve problems.

Component Characterization: Support characterization and validation of high-speed electro-optic components such as drivers, Mach Zehnder modulators, ICRs, and lasers

Test Development: Assist in developing automated test solutions and analysis tools for optical modules and test platforms

Learning Opportunities: Participate in technical training sessions on Marvell's coherent DSP solutions

Project Participation: Work on meaningful projects that contribute to the team's objectives and business goals

Marvell Connection: Connect with engineers and leaders at Marvell spanning a variety of disciplines and, through this interaction, learn about trends and nuances in the semiconductor industry.

What We're Looking For

Currently enrolled as a full-time student in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited 4-year university

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline

Must have authorization to work in the United States

Commitment to work for the entire duration of the internship (3 months during summer recess months, generally in the period of May through September)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Enthusiastic to learn and perform hands-on technical work
Preferred Requirements

Coursework or project experience in digital signal processing (DSP) and/or photonics.

Basic knowledge of optical communications and/or high-speed electronics

Programming experience in Python, C/C++, or MATLAB

Understanding of circuit design and electronic systems

Understanding of fiber optics systems

Understanding of data center equipment

Experience with test equipment and measurement techniques

Knowledge of Ethernet protocols (preferred)

Prior exposure to semiconductor or telecommunications industry

What You Can Expect

Meaningful work experience aligned with your area of study

Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers

Exposure to cutting-edge coherent optical technology

Opportunity to work on business-critical projects

Professional development and networking opportunities

Competitive hourly compensation and potential employee benefits

Potential for future full-time employment opportunities

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
27 - 53, $ per hour.

The successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements
For Internship roles, we are proud to offer the following benefits package during the internship - medical, dental and vision coverage, perks and discount programs, wellness & mental health support including coaching and therapy, paid holidays, paid volunteer days and paid sick time. Additional compensation may be available for intern PhD candidates.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at

Interview Integrity

As part of our commitment to fair and authentic hiring practices, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (e.g., transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT, CoPilot, or note-taking bots) during interviews.

Our interviews are designed to assess your personal experience, thought process, and communication skills in real-time. If a candidate uses such tools during an interview, they will be disqualified from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

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