AMD Edinburgh
Our Mission: Build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences. AMD
Our Scholarships
Placement Location
Edinburgh
Type of Placements Offered
• Summer placements • 6-month MEng placements
Restrictions/Notes
(1) Students must be in the penultimate year of their degree; (2) Candidates should specify which role they are interested in
Scholarship opportunities also available at AMD Belfast and AMD Cambridge
Who we are and what we do
We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative and inclusive of diverse perspectives.
Founded in 1969 as a Silicon Valley start-up, the AMD journey began with dozens of employees focused on leading-edge semiconductor products. From those modest beginnings, AMD has grown into a global company setting the standard for modern computing through major technological achievements and many important industry firsts along the way.
Today, AMD offers the industry’s broadest portfolio of leadership high-performance and adaptive processor technologies, combining CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, Adaptive SoCs and deep software expertise to enable leadership computing platforms for cloud, edge and end devices.
Our Vision: High performance and adaptive computing is transforming our lives.
At AMD, we are driven by the mission to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences. We are pioneers in transforming the way the world thinks about computing, pushing the limits of innovation and execution in everything we do.
Our values of collaboration, humility, and diverse perspectives ensure that we are always at our best as a company. And when you join us, you’ll be surrounded by a culture that fosters growth, values curiosity, and encourages you to make a real impact from day one.
What you could be doing during your work placement
At AMD, we offer a hybrid opportunity that sets us apart in the tech world.
Rather than focusing solely on hardware or software, we provide interns with hands-on experience across both. You can work on cutting-edge chip architecture while also diving into the software that powers the future. From silicon to code, you’ll get a comprehensive, real-world understanding of how everything connects—and why that matters in the future of tech.
AMD’s University Relations team is committed to helping students and graduates expand and apply their theoretical knowledge, while building on-the-job skills. Interns with the University Relations program are encouraged to display their talents, build professional networks, participate in real-life engineering challenges, and apply back to fulltime opportunities upon graduation. Be part of the team that enables today and inspires tomorrow!
At AMD, you’re not just gaining experience, you’re helping to solve the world’s most important challenges. Our student programs put you at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, where you’ll work alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, and build your career — with support from AMD. Together, we advance your career.
Hardware Engineer Intern
Knowledge or experience with any of the following technical skills would be beneficial for this role:
- Experience/Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing Algorithms and Advanced Communications Standards.
- Digital logic design, RTL coding and verification.
- High-level language programming and scripting (Python, Java, C, etc.) or HDL (Verilog)
- Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado and SDK as well as 3rd party logic simulator
- Familiarity with RTL (Register Transfer Level) Development VHDL or Verilog
- Familiarity with digital circuit design and testing using simulation tools
- Familiarity with AMD-Xilinx FPGAs and system design tools
Software Intern
- Experience with C++ (or equivalent) programming language
- Familiarity of Linux and Windows operating systems
- Familiarity of scripting languages such as Tcl or Python
- Interest in Hardware Design tools and methodologies
- Experience with Verilog and/or VHDL languages
- Familiarity with FPGA or ACAP architectures and flows
Meet one of our Scholars
Name: Philip
Sponsor: AMD
University: University of Edinburgh
Degree Course: MEng Electronics and Computer Science
Why I chose AMD
What appeals me to electronics is how it underpins our modern world and where minor enhancements can lead to significant real-world impacts. However, it’s not just their functionality. There is an intrinsic beauty in the complexity behind electronics such as CPUs. It lies behind the collaborative innovation, the relentless effort, the vast knowledge that unites to create something deceptively small.
Why did you want a scholarship with AMD?
When AMD joined the scholarship scheme in 2022, I only applied to them. This decision was driven by AMD’s position at the forefront of the electronics industry, showcasing their remarkable ability to master the complexity inherent in chip design. AMD’s diverse range of offerings, including CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, and more, perfectly aligns with my passion for intricate electronics. AMD therefore aligns with my passion for intricate electronics, and provides the opportunities to learn about the different applications of electronics – which was definitely the case during my internship. Most importantly, AMD pushes the boundaries, and teaches you how to.
What type of work have you been involved with during your placement?
Before I began my internship, I had expressed an interest in Machine Learning (ML). My task reflected that – I investigated novel applications of Machine Learning (ML) in the communications space. The opportunity allowed me to learn about communications, the signal processing chain, grounding the theory, concepts that I had learned in University. I also learned about ML in the novel ways that research proposes to apply it to different areas, and the frameworks that are used to accelerate development. Ultimately, it helped me learn about a technology I was interested in, and ground learned theory in real applications.
What are your hobbies and interests?
I enjoy trying new sports! I currently fence, and am trying out kayaking. I also enjoy watching them, especially Formula 1. I’m also a part of the Formula Student society within my university, where we work towards our goal of building an autonomously driven electric car.