Job Description
This internship focuses on the study and design of analog circuits for optical signal detection using PPG (Photoplethysmography) for wearable health devices. The intern will be supervised by a senior engineer and will review existing PPG systems, model receiver systems, propose analog circuit architectures, perform simulations, validate designs, benchmark performance, support post-layout validation, and document findings. The ideal candidate is a final-year engineering or Master’s student with a strong background in analog circuit design, experience with simulation tools, an analytical mindset, attention to detail, and good technical English skills.
Must Have:
- Student in electronics or related field
- Understanding of analog circuit design
- Familiarity with simulation tools
- Analytical mindset and attention to detail
- Good command of technical English
Location: Catania, Italy
Duration: 5 to 6 months
Start Date: To be agreed
Level: Final-year engineering student or Master’s student
Context
You will join an experienced analog design team focused on developing innovative solutions for health monitoring applications. The internship will involve the study and design of analog circuits for optical signal detection using PPG (Photoplethysmography), a key technology in wearable health devices.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a senior engineer, your tasks will include:
- Reviewing the state of the art in PPG-based health sensing systems
- Behavioral and architectural modeling of the receiver system
- Proposing analog circuit architectures for the receiver stage
- Performing simulations and validating the proposed designs
- Benchmarking performance against existing solutions
- Supporting post-layout validation and analysis of measurement results
- Documenting technical work and presenting findings to the team
Profile
- Student in electronics, microelectronics, or a related field
- Solid understanding of analog circuit design (amplifiers, filters, noise, etc.)
- Familiarity with simulation tools (Cadence, Spectre, LTspice, or similar)
- Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to work independently
- Good command of technical English (written and spoken)
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