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Software Research Engineering - (PhD Intern)
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 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. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-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 Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles116 certified filings for “Software Engineer” (Software Developers) in OR: $128k–$160k, median $140k. Most were filed at wage level III (51%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 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. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact As a Software Solutions Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to the development of integrated software solutions tailored to customer and platform needs. Your work will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to combine system-level understanding with application development, enabling scalable and optimized solutions. You will also build essential skills and explore future career opportunities through hands-on experience and impactful projects that align with Intel's business goals. Business group The Intel Foundry team is dedicated to driving innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions to meet customer and platform requirements. This group focuses on enabling Intel's mission of creating world-changing technology, contributing to advancements in hardware, firmware, and software engineering. Joining this team means becoming part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that supports Intel's vision and fosters your professional growth. Key Responsibilities • Develop integrated software solutions by combining system-level understanding with application development. • Assist in solution architecture design, feature prototyping, and performance analysis for diverse workloads and environments. • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and customer engineering teams to deliver scalable and optimized solutions. • Refactor, consolidate, and standardize yield reports. • Develop frameworks to optimize interconnectivity and report consolidation, enabling developer collaboration. • Create design UI style guidelines and assets for reporting tools. • Explore new analytic capabilities to provide additional impact on software and system performance. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications • Must be pursuing a PhD in Computer Science or a related field. • Strong computational capabilities and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency in Python and SQL for programming, analytics, and reporting. • Basic understanding of semiconductor defect analysis workflows. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with PDF Extension is a plus but not required. • Knowledge of JSL and Power BI for programming, analytics, and reporting. • Familiarity with industry trends or prior exposure to analytic tools is advantageous. • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a focus on collaboration across disciplines. • Enthusiasm for learning and applying new concepts in a fast-paced and innovative environment. This is your opportunity to shape the future of technology while gaining invaluable experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment. We are excited to see how your expertise and passion will make an impact on our team. Job Type: Student / Intern Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel . Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,598.00-149,602.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target comp