Application Engineering Intern

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

At Keysight, we help companies address their toughest challenges with precision and confidence. We offer the best electronic measurement tools in the industry, with advanced software to match. We are a company with a storied history of pushing the high technology envelope and innovation for many decades, since our equipment needs to be more advanced than the latest technologies being developed.

This is an onsite internship for the summer of 2025 and will be based in either Colorado Springs, CO or Santa Rosa, CA. Based on team location, Colorado is preferred location.

As an Application Engineering Intern in the Aerospace Defense Government Solutions Group (ADGS), you will work in a cross-organizational environment to develop training content (such as how to make various measurements, example automation programs, etc.) for a new set of PXIe solutions for Aerospace Defense and Government field sales community and customers. The instruments (M5000 Series) include a digitizer, downconverter, RF and baseband AWG (arbitrary waveform generator) and digital I/O which are critical building blocks for quantum computing and aerospace defense applications.

Chosen candidate will be responsible for

• Working with cross functional teams to solve customer problems and working on solutions
• Interacting with Customers to understand needs, identify issues and present solutions
• Developing content that highlights key capabilities of the M5000 Series, M9046A High Performance Chassis, System Sync Modules, PathWave Test Sync Executive, PathWave FPGA

Must Have Skills and Qualifications

Keysight early career opportunities focus on students with strong technical backgrounds, excellent communication skills, passion for technology and desire to impact the future through their contributions. The ability to communicate your thoughts, ideas and point of view is very important in this position and to the long-term development of your career.

Keysight is looking for a rising college junior or senior studying Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science. Candidates will graduate in Spring 2026-2027.

In addition, this position requires the following skillsets and attributes

• Matriculated in a program for BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science; must have successfully completed all coursework of sophomore year
• Looking for Candidate who are targeted to graduate in Spring 2026- Fall 2027.
• Qualified Candidate must have completed all coursework of their sophomore year in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 in your core engineering courses
• Experience using Keysight's general purpose instruments such as, signal analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, etc.
• Chosen candidate must demonstrate the ability to work closely in teams and understand the dynamics of a collaborative team environment
• We search for candidates that have demonstrated leadership skills and can be dynamic and persuasive in a professional setting
• Demonstrated electrical engineering skills through coursework, work experience, or prior internship(s)
• Experience or coursework in FPGA development is desirable
• Knowledge of software development environments such as C++/C#, Python, etc.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Effective presentation and problem-solving skills. This internship culminates with a presentation of results delivered in person for all local ADGS interested personnel
• Experience and/or interest in RF solutions for the Aerospace Defense industry is a plus

This position requires a U.S. person. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on ability to obtain any required government authorizations as listed below

Additional Characteristics we are seeking:

• Independent professional who works well under broad and general directions
• Ability to work with teammates with various disciplines and experience
• Willingness to jump into tasks as needed - even if learning a new technology or tool
• Self-starter. Willing and able to quickly learn new applications and technologies

Careers Privacy Statement

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

Colorado Pay Range: $20-$31 per hour

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.