Electrical Engineering Intern

La Jolla, California or Fort Lee, New Jersey About MaXentric Technologies At MaXentric Technologies, we develop high‑performance electronics for defense, medical, and commercial industries. Our teams focus on problem‑solving and innovation to deliver technologies that create a safer, smarter, and more connected world. MaXentric Technologies prides itself on fostering growth and development in our most valuable asset: our employees. We value stability and flexibility within our work culture and expect that every employee will bolster the cooperative foundation that MaXentric was based upon. MaXentric offers excellent resources for expanding skillsets for all career paths, and in turn employees can expect a challenge that aptly suits their talents. Our team spans multiple disciplines including RF engineers, software developers, DSP/FPGA/Multicore experts, analog engineers, and communications engineers. This internship will be located in MaXentric’s California office, downtown La Jolla, or our New Jersey location in Fort Lee, just outside of Manhattan. Job Description In this engineering internship position, you will gain hands‑on experience working with experienced engineers in the analysis, design, measurement, and characterization of a wireless communication system. Work activities will include circuit simulation, lab testing of circuits, presentation of design expectations/results, and participation in design reviews. Some of the key features of the system include: Low power analog circuitry Analog‑to‑digital conversion and vice versa Receiver path testing and design Contribute to designs and developments in support of advanced RF systems and digital signal processing (DSP) for wireless communications Develop and implement design verification test plans at top level Design DSP algorithms for controlling linear and nonlinear RF circuit and system including multipath propagation equalization, digital predistortion, and phased‑array beamforming Apply computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target application Demonstrate your algorithm using hardware in collaboration with cross‑functional members Report your progress to supervisor Support and participate in overall system development Qualifications We are looking for an undergraduate or graduate student with an interest in wireless communication systems and analog/mixed signal design. Excellent written, presentation, and communication skills are required, along with keeping an up‑to‑date lab notebook and being self‑motivated and adaptable. Candidate coursework and familiarity with the following areas/tools: Analog design including integrators, differentiators, switched‑capacitor networks, comparators, inverting and non‑inverting Op‑Amps Software: Matlab, Cadence, PSPICE/LTSPICE or equivalent Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multi‑meters, function generators, power supplies) Must be majoring in electrical engineering, emphasis in analog design preferred Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher; expecting to graduate and pursue full‑time employment within 2 years General technician skills such as soldering, PCB troubleshooting & repair are an advantage Due to the nature of our military work, U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required for most positions Good Faith Pay Range: $20‑30/hr Compliance Notices California Fair Chance Act: MaXentric Technologies will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act. No inquiries into criminal history will be made until after a conditional offer of employment. Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including non‑binary and gender transitions), sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr MaXentric Technologies LLC