FPGA Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

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 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

Basic 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. 

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, and more.