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Hardware Platforms Design Intern

Job ID 2024-11605 Date posted Sep. 30, 2024 Location Cambridge, United Kingdom Category Hardware Engineering, Design Engineering Apply

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Electronics Engineer to join Arm’s Boards & Packaging team, who are working at the forefront of embedded design based around Arm products.

We are responsible for:


Creating physical hardware development platforms, based around Arm’s custom system-on-chip (SoC) and FPGAs. These platforms are used for software development and validation activities by both our external partners/customers and our internal development teams.

If you’re interested in:
• The potential to work on all aspects of board development, from specification to customer release.
• Using mathematical concepts and algorithms to solve the unique challenges of today’s complex board layouts
• The challenges of bringing up a new development board.
• Gaining a deeper understanding of system architecture and performance.
• Working alongside many other teams including system architects, CPU / System IP designers, physical chip layout / packaging engineers.
• Interaction with Arm’s partners and customers both through the support organisation and directly and, a real interest in new technologies and how Arm fits in.

Then we have a role for you!

What you could be doing as an Intern in our team?

As a Graduate, you will be placed in a development team at Arm’s offices in Cambridge, UK where you will have a mentor, and be able to get to grips with the problems ranging across many hardware areas. You will work across every aspects of the product lifecycle whilst being supported by and learning from the rest of the team.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a basic understanding of digital and analog electronics and circuit diagrams
• Have a passion for embedded computing that goes beyond your studies
• Can demonstrate creative and structured approaches to problem-solving, learning and self-development
• Feels comfortable communicating within a small team
• Has demonstrable knowledge of Linear Algebra, Graph Theory, computational geometry and Optimization techniques (Linear/Non Linear programming)

Qualities that will help your application stand out:

The following skills are not essential for this role, but experience in any of the following areas would enhance your application:
• Knowledge of any Schematic and layout tool
• Hands on experience with hardware and software debuggers or Embedded hardware debug using oscilloscopes
• Knowledge of some programming languages like C and Python to aide scripting and automation
• Knowledge of a leading RISC based computer architecture ideally Arm
• Excellent written and spoken English; can write coherent documentation

Additional Information:


Arm Internships require you to be enrolled in a higher education degree and be returning to your course after your internship/placement.  If you are graduating in 2025 you will not be eligible for an Intern role, but you will be eligible for our Graduate roles. Our Graduate roles will be advertised on the Arm Early Careers website.

Intern roles will start in April, June and July. 

We encourage early applications and review them on the first come and first served basis.  We aim to review all applications no later than two weeks after received. In peak periods there may be exceptions beyond this timeframe. We will do our best to keep your advised.

In Return:

Working on interesting new projects is exciting, but we also know how important it is to receive support. That's why throughout your internship, you can expect regular feedback and development opportunities, social activities to connect with your peers, an end of summer celebration, plus the opportunity to be *considered for future Graduate positions (*subject to performance). #getreadytogrow

Our program is crafted to give you the best start possible and support your personal growth as well as professional development.

Gain a competitive salary, supportive rewards package, alongside unparalleled learning and networking opportunities from the best in industry.

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Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want our people to Do Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation to Be Your Brilliant Self during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Key Program Information

Join a supportive environment of close collaboration and peer learning from Arm's world-class experts

Receive hands-on experience by working on exciting cutting-edge projects

Pave the way to long-term career opportunities within Arm; transition into a full-time role subject to performance

Build meaningful connections and find your community in our vibrant inclusive environment

Prioritize your wellbeing benefiting from Arm’s health and wellness support, including our quarterly Day of Care

Take part in our global and regional activities, ranging from inspiring speakers to skill development sessions

Drive change on Arm

At Arm, you'll influence 95% of the world's connected devices and all their applications. From healthcare and infrastructure to virtual reality, you'll affect nearly all industries worldwide, racing toward new milestones and achievements together.

Revolutionary Benefits

Health and Wellness

We create a safe space for you to nurture both your physical and mental wellbeing.

Work and Life Success

We empower people to experience life beyond the boundaries of standard work patterns.

Financial Rewards

We provide benefits beyond a competitive salary to reward our people for their dedication and contributions.

Development and Support

We foster professional and personal development, building a supportive community where everyone can thrive.

Life at Arm

Life in the office doesn't get any better — especially when those offices are as sleek as ours and the people there are creative and compassionate. Combine that with our popular 'we, not I' mindset, and you enjoy the kind of teamwork and togetherness rarely found elsewhere. We share so much in common, not least the same passion for progress, but we also welcome each other's diversity. Ultimately, we love to inspire and be inspired every day.

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