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ATE Hardware and Software Intern

CompanyAdvantest
LocationSan Jose
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide engineering lab support in electrical testing and troubleshooting of ATE loadboards. They will assist the engineering team in debugging hardware and test program issues while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
3712
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Advantest (TSE: 6857) is the leading manufacturer of automatic test and measurement equipment used in the design and production of semiconductors for applications including 5G communications, the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, high performance computing (HPC) including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and more. Its leading-edge systems and products are integrated into the most advanced semiconductor production lines in the world. The company also conducts R&D to address emerging testing challenges and applications; develops advanced test-interface solutions for wafer sort and final test; produces scanning electron microscopes essential to photomask manufacturing; and offers system-level test solutions and other test-related accessories. Founded in Tokyo in 1954, Advantest is a global company with facilities around the world and an international commitment to sustainable practices and social responsibility. More information is available at www.advantest.com.
About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Test Engineering Intern to join our team in supporting the development and validation of ATE loadboards. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced engineering environment, working closely with senior test engineers to ensure the performance and reliability of loadboards used in semiconductor device testing.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide engineering lab support in electrical testing, troubleshooting, and validating V93000 ATE Loadboards using oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power meter, VNA, etc.
  • Perform troubleshooting of loadboard failures and providing report documentation
  • Provide test program setup, execution, data collection, and documented results to validate full functionality and meeting the product specifications
  • Assist Engineering team in debugging and resolving hardware and test program related issues
  • Installing new operating systems as needed
  • Track project assignment and report status
  • Provide support for bench experiments, which includes assisting in test setups and test programming support (e.g. Arduino, JAVA/Python)
  • General support to test engineering team to validate end-user applications
  • Ensure compliance with NDA’s, lab safety, and ESD protocols
Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Pursuit of Engineering related degree or related field
  • Basic understanding of electrical circuits, analysis, and troubleshooting
  • Experience with engineering lab tools such as multi-meter, oscilloscopes, power meter, etc.
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Positive attitude, good communication and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently, as a mentee, and as part of a team
  • Ability to work on-site at Advantest office

Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):

  • Familiarity with Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
  • Familiarity with JAVA
  • Familiarity with Linux
Key Skills
Electrical TestingTroubleshootingValidationData CollectionTest Program SetupProblem-SolvingCommunicationDocumentationTeamworkArduinoJAVAPythonOperating SystemsComplianceLab SafetyESD Protocols
Categories
EngineeringTechnology