Digital IC Design Engineer Apprenticeship Program

📍 Training Location:

• Chennai, India (10-Day International Training Experience)

• Cyberjaya, Malaysia (3 Weeks Hands-On Technical Training)

🕒 Duration: 1 Month Training + 3 Months On-the-Job Training (OJT)

📅 Start Date: June 2026

💼 Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship Program

About The Program

The Digital IC Design Engineer Apprenticeship Program is designed for graduates who aspire to build a career in Digital IC Design, RTL Development, and Semiconductor Architecture Design.

Participants will undergo structured technical training in digital design fundamentals, RTL coding practices, and RISC-V processor architecture, followed by industry-focused On-the-Job Training (OJT).

Program Structure

During the 10-day training phase in Chennai, India, you'll gain exposure to:

• Digital IC design fundamentals and semiconductor ecosystem overview

• RISC-V processor architecture introduction

• Industry lectures and technical sharing sessions

• Design methodology and development flow understanding

• Networking with engineers and industry professionals

In the 3-week hands-on training phase in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, you'll gain practical experience in:

• RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog

• Logic design implementation and optimization

• Simulation and waveform debugging

• Basic processor and SoC design exercises

• Hands-on design validation activities

In the following 3 months, you'll gain hands-on industry experience through an On-the-Job Training (OJT) placement.

Responsibilities

As a Digital IC Design Engineer Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced engineers and gain exposure to industry-standard semiconductor design workflows such as:

• Developing RTL modules using Verilog/SystemVerilog

• Designing and implementing digital logic circuits

• Supporting processor and SoC block-level design tasks

• Performing functional simulation and debugging

• Assisting in design validation and integration activities

• Supporting synthesis and timing-aware design practices

• Collaborating with verification and physical design teams

• Preparing design documentation and technical reports

• Participating in engineering reviews and design discussions

Who We're Looking For

• Fresh graduates or final-year students in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines

• Strong interest in Digital IC Design, Processor Architecture, or Semiconductor Engineering

• Basic understanding of digital logic design and computer architecture

• Familiarity with Verilog/SystemVerilog is an advantage

• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills

• Eagerness to learn semiconductor design workflows

• Able to commit to the full training and OJT duration

Why Join Us?

• Gain international training exposure in Chennai, India and Cyberjaya, Malaysia

• Receive a round-trip flight ticket , accommodation, and meals during the India training phase

• Earn allowance support throughout the program (subject to program terms and conditions)

• Learn RISC-V processor architecture and semiconductor design methodologies

• Receive mentorship from experienced industry professionals

• Build hands-on experience through practical training and OJT exposure

• Develop skills aligned with industry demand in Digital IC Design and Processor Development

• Expand your professional network within the semiconductor ecosystem

• Potential pathway towards semiconductor industry opportunities upon successful completion of the program