I’m Shawn Crowley, a University Recruiter at semiconductor company Marvell, and I’m here to help you navigate through the turbulent waters of finding a summer internship … for 2025! Students are facing a tougher job market these days, with many companies looking for more experience to sophisticated AI skills. So, whether you’ve been through this already or just getting started, we’re here to help.
WHEN TO APPLY
Timing is everything so start early!
Recruiting season kicked off in late August for next summer, so you’ll want to start your job search sooner rather than later. For U.S.-based recruiting, September/October is the sweet spot. Career fairs begin around this time, so mark your calendars so you don’t miss your most sought-after companies.
Some companies might start their recruiting process later, but at Marvell, we’re very careful with our headcount planning. The semiconductor industry is unique and highly cyclical, which affects industry hiring timelines. Don’t wait too long to get started, as being early can make a big difference. Check back often, join talent communities like our one listed here, and cast a wide net in terms of internship job titles. Some of our top leaders at Marvell started in parts of the semiconductor industry they had never heard of before their internships!
Do the first students to apply have a better chance?
It’s not just about being the first to apply. The candidates with the best chances are those who take the time to understand Marvell. While employee referrals can help, what really stands out is when a candidate has done their homework. We’ve seen fantastic software engineers miss out because they didn’t focus on what’s relevant to the role and our industry’s hardware focused skillset. So, do your research and tailor your application and resume.
Certain roles are typically faster to fill than our other roles. Roles related to the design process itself such as RTL, Design Verification and testing opportunities may tend to fill in the first few weeks after opening. We won’t keep our roles online any longer than needed, so if you see something posted that is interesting, don’t delay in getting it under consideration.
RESOURCES
It’s important to remember that you are not alone through all of this. Make sure your resume is reviewed by trusted mentors and friends – especially ones with knowledge about the industry and space. Beyond that, every school in the U.S. I’ve worked with has a career center that can be very helpful from everything to resume reviews to mock interviewing.
WHERE TO APPLY
- University Job Boards:
Your university’s job board is the best place to start. We post our internship opportunities there, and it’s where we get the bulk of our applications, especially from larger engineering schools.
- Employee Referrals:
If you happen to know someone at Marvell, you can go through our employee referral program. This tool, which is part of Workday, allows resumes to land directly in the hiring manager’s inbox. It’s a savvy system designed to save time and connect you directly with the right people.
- Handshake and Symplicity:
We also use platforms like student jobs platforms Handshake, 12Twenty and Symplicity, which are popular at larger engineering schools. These platforms are another great way to get your application in front of us.
Remember, the key to landing a summer internship is starting early, doing your research, and using the right application channels. Whether it’s leveraging university job boards, employee referrals, or other platforms, make sure you’re putting your best foot forward.
And don’t forget to check out early career opportunities at Marvell at marvell.com/company/careers/university-recruiting.html.
