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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 56 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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What Renesas Electronics America INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Staff Application Engineer” (Industrial Engineers) in CA: $148k–$148k, median $148k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 56 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Renesas Electronics America INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 2 certified filings for “Staff Application Engineer” (Industrial Engineers) in CA: $148k–$148k, median $148k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($31.25/hr) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
Summer 2027 Internship - May 24 - August 13
Must not have graduated before September 2027
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Applications Engineering Intern to join our team focusing on DDR5 solutions. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the validation, implementation, and optimization of DDR5 memory systems, specifically focusing on power delivery, power consumption, and performance efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, to ensure that DDR5 power systems meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Product Validation : Validation of new products within the power modules for DDR5 memory and memory controllers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. This includes heavy bench measurements to collect data and validate full functionality of new products.
• System-level Analysis : Conduct analysis of different modules to identify performance and develop strategies to enhance system power efficiency without compromising performance.
• Tool Development : Create and maintain bench automation software for data collection, as well as simulation models and tools to analyze power consumption at various system levels (e.g., chip, board, and system).
• Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams : Work closely with design, product, test, packaging and other teams to ensure products meet all performance and specification requirements.
• Documentation and Reporting : Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, datasheets, power analysis reports, validation reports and test plans to support internal and external stakeholders.
• Education : Pursuing a Bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical engineering (or a related field). Must not have graduated before September 2027
• Skills & Expertise:
• Strong understanding and knowledge of analog and mixed signal circuits (such as amplifiers, temperature sensors, ADC, DAC, voltage regulators, and related power components)
• Programming experience using LabVIEW, Python or similar programming languages
• Experience with lab equipment (e.g. DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, multi-meter, etc.)
• Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to cross-functional teams and customers.
The expected hourly pay range for this position is $31.25/hr - $41.50/hr. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.
Interns may be eligible for certain Company-provided benefits, which can include sick leave, holiday pay, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility and specific benefits will be provided in accordance with Company policy and applicable law.
Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.
At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.
We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.
Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?
Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, c
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