FPGA Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 at HPR in Needham, MA

HPR is the leading provider of high-performance and ultra-low latency electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions offered as a managed service. Our cutting-edge technology is used by tier-1 financial institutions to monitor and execute trades rapidly and efficiently. As we continue to innovate and grow, we’re searching for forward-thinking FPGA Interns to help us build the future of capital markets infrastructure.

As an FPGA Engineering Intern at HPR, you will:

• Build on your strong academic background as you help us advance our high-performance computing and electronic trading systems
• Collaborate with mentors to solve real-world problems
• Own a project through the entire FPGA development life cycle
• Develop tools to automate RTL and testbench generation

Education Requirements

• Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and have attained Sophomore standing or higher
• Successful completion or enrollment in relevant coursework such as Digital Logic Design, Computer Organization, or Embedded Systems
• Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, if on a 4.0 scale

Required Qualifications

• Internship or academic experience writing Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL
• Familiarity working in a Linux environment
• Proficiency with a scripting and/or high-level software language (e.g., Python, Perl, or similar)
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with FPGAs
• Familiarity with FPGA tools (Vivado and/or Quartus)

**Compensation:**In compliance with Massachusetts law, the anticipated hourly rate this position is $42.00/hour. Please note that this range represents the expected base wage for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.  This range does not include other forms of compensation such as potential bonuses.

Our goal is to provide a robust learning experience, connect you to new friends and mentors, and give you a foundation to start building a strong professional network. We do not offer any fake “intern projects” at HPR; you’ll be actively engaged with our team and make meaningful contributions daily. You’ll enjoy generous employee perks including casual dress code, free food, team events, onsite gym, and more.

Please note: HPR currently does not currently provide employment sponsorship

Hyannis Port Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process and during employment, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process or will require accommodation if hired should contact us via the "Connect With Us" button on our Careers page.