At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.Are you currently enrolled in an engineering program and seeking an exciting summer 2027 internship with a leading Silicon Valley technology company? Join the Systems Division Sales Team of Cadence Design Systems as a Data Center GTM (Go to Market) intern, where you will work in driving adoption and growth of the Cadence Data Center solutions in North America. You will gain insight into leading-edge systems technologies, learn how a global technology company operates, and experience how sales and technical teams solve complex engineering challenges.
Cadence is a global leader in electronic and systems design, building on more than 35 years of computational software expertise. Through its Intelligent System Design strategy, Cadence delivers software, hardware, and intellectual property that transform silicon, systems and electronic design concepts into reality.
Cadence serves many of the world's most innovative companies, enabling extraordinary electronic products-from chips and boards to complete systems-for dynamic markets including consumer electronics, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace, industrial, and healthcare.
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who are committed to advancing technology and making a meaningful global impact.
Where is the internship located?San Jose, California
What does the internship offer?Interns will participate in a three-month, cohort-based program alongside peers from across the United States. The program provides hands-on training in applications supporting engineering analysis, system design and tools; digital/analog IC design and tools; advanced verification; hardware emulation; and the application of artificial intelligence across these disciplines. Interns will also learn from technical experts and application engineers who provide design services, technical sales support, and customer support to Cadence's most advanced customers.
The cohort-based program provides experience in the following areas:• Develop market and account intelligence reports to track new data center buildouts and the various commercial companies involved in the projects
• Create Customer intelligence reports including org charts, customer contact directories, and track key champion migration between Cadence accounts and prospects
• Learn internal Cadence systems and help develop customer proposals and quotes
• Aggregate and organize internal executive reporting on the Data Center business
• Presenting findings and deliverables to the team and leadership.
How long is the internship?The internship is a three-month program scheduled for summer 2027.
Position Requirements:The ideal candidate is a rising senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical or computer engineering, computer science, or a business or engineering-technology discipline with a technical focus. For exceptional candidates, master's degree students will also be considered for this program. Strong candidates will have coursework or interest in mechanical thermal engineering, electronics, PCB design, or semiconductor and systems design with a plus for exposure to CFD analysis. A candidate needs to be comfortable with Excel or data analysis; with Salesforce or Tableau experience considered a plus. Candidates must be able to manage multiple complex assignments and demonstrate strong communication, presentation, assessment, and analytical skills.
We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.Company Description:At Cadence, our core values are more than just words, they are the way we work, laugh, debate, care, question, and innovate together. We are One Cadence-One Team.
Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation (EDA) company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers to create revolutionary products and experiences. Our team's shared passion for solving the world's toughest technical challenges makes us proud to be part of Cadence. Our unique culture has been recognized on FORTUNE Magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and garnered accolades from the
Great Place To Work Institute around the globe.
The annual salary range for California is $28.60 to $53.12 an hour. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid holidays and 401(k) plan with employer match.
We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't. 
