GPU Architect Intern - Summer 2026 presso NVIDIA

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

The NVIDIA GPU Architecture group is looking for creative architects to join and support various architecture efforts with a rewarding internship experience. A key part of NVIDIA's strength is to innovate in the graphics and parallel computing fields, delivering the highest performance in the world for graphics processing. This internship is crafted for individuals who desire an experience to improve our GPU architecture, develop new programming models, new architectures, and new infrastructure that is required to make this successful.

What you'll be doing:

In this position, you will be responsible for developing and improving various features in the GPU architecture that advance the state of the art in graphics features, performance, and efficiency. You would interact with other world-class architects and researchers to build simulators and infrastructure to design and validate these new features. Specifically, you will:

• Design and build new hardware features for future graphics architectures as well as create and elevate graphics algorithms.

• Invent and develop software for various hardware simulators and test infrastructures.

• Work in a dynamic team to document, design, develop tools to analyze and simulate, validate, and verify functional or performance models.

• Develop tests, test plans, and testing infrastructure for new graphics architectures.

What we need to see:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in (CS, EE, Math).

• Strong programming ability: C / C++.

• Knowledge and background in computer architecture, graphics algorithms, and fundamentals of machine learning.

• Strong software/coding and debugging skills, and a balance of research and execution

• Relevant domains include; Graphics / Computer Architecture, Computer Vision, Spatial Intelligence, VR, and AI/ML

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Performance optimization and understanding of power architecture and efficiency is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge and background in Direct X and CUDA is a plus.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. Our products are leading the way with groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. Do you love the challenge of crafting the fastest and most feature-rich chips in their class? If so, we want to hear from you!

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay based on the position, your location, year in school, degree, and experience. The hourly rate for our interns is 20 USD - 71 USD.

You will also be eligible for Intern benefits (https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/benefits/interns/) . ​

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 1, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.