Thunderbolt debug and certification Eng. student

Job Details

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Electrical and Electronic Engineering student to join our Thunderbolt Customer Team at Intel Haifa. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge board design and hardware debug for Thunderbolt technology. The successful candidate will work directly with our hardware engineering team on PCB layout design, signal integrity analysis, and providing critical debug support for complex hardware issues in Thunderbolt systems.

The candidate must be a hardware-focused student who has completed at least 2 years of Electrical and Electronic Engineering studies, demonstrating a strong foundational understanding of high-speed digital design, PCB layout principles, and systematic hardware debugging methodologies. This position provides exposure to industry-leading Thunderbolt technology and hands-on experience with advanced debug techniques and tools.

Qualifications

• Academic Standing: Currently enrolled in Electrical and Electronic Engineering program, having completed at least 2 years of study with strong academic performance in hardware-related coursework.
• Hardware Foundation: Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, semiconductor devices, and electronic system fundamentals gained through coursework and laboratory experience.
• PCB Design Knowledge: Exposure to high-speed PCB design principles through academic projects or internships.
• Knowledge of multi-layer board design, component placement, and routing concepts - Advantage High-Speed Digital Design: Strong grasp of signal integrity fundamentals including transmission lines, impedance control, crosstalk, and EMI/EMC considerations. Knowledge of differential signaling and high-speed digital protocols.
• Debug and Troubleshooting Skills: Strong analytical mindset with systematic approach to hardware debugging. Experience with root cause analysis, failure mode identification, and methodical problem-solving techniques from laboratory coursework.
• Laboratory and Measurement Skills: Hands-on experience with electronic measurement equipment including:
• Oscilloscopes (preferably high-speed/high-bandwidth)
• Logic analyzers and protocol analyzers
• Signal generators and network analyzers
• Multimeters and power supplies
• Experience gained through academic laboratory work
• Technical Communication: Fluent in English and Hebrew (written and verbal). Ability to create detailed technical reports, debug documentation, and failure analysis summaries based on academic project experience.
• Systematic Approach: Demonstrated ability to follow structured debugging methodologies, document findings clearly, and work methodically through complex technical problems.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or project experience in hardware design or debug
• Coursework or projects involving high-speed interfaces (USB, PCIe, Thunderbolt, etc.)
• Experience with protocol analyzers or bus analyzers
• Understanding of power integrity and thermal analysis
• Familiarity with design validation and compliance testing procedures
• Active participation in hardware debugging competitions or projects
  
  

Job Type

Student / Intern

Shift

Shift 1 (Israel)

Primary Location:

Israel, Haifa

Additional Locations:

Business Group

The Silicon Engineering Group (SIG) is a worldwide organization focused on the development and integration of SOCs, Cores, and critical IPs from architecture to manufacturing readiness that power Intel’s leadership products. This business group leverages an incomparable mix of experts with different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the most innovative, amazing, and exciting computing experiences.

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

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.