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Embedded Software Engineering Intern (2027 Summer Internship)

northwoodspace· Engineering
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Torrance, CAInternPosted 1mo ago

About the role

Embedded Software Engineering Intern to develop and test embedded systems powering Northwood’s ground stations. Hands-on role with embedded Linux, hardware interfaces, and system-level development, collaborating across hardware and software teams and delivering an internship project.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and test software for Linux-based embedded devices
  • Contribute to embedded Linux tooling, system configuration, and user-space applications
  • Help develop and improve over-the-air (OTA) software update capabilities
  • Debug software and hardware integration issues alongside firmware and hardware engineers
  • Work with common hardware communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and USB
  • Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters to troubleshoot systems
  • Write tests and documentation to improve the reliability and maintainability of embedded systems
  • Collaborate with FPGA, electrical, firmware, and software engineers on system integration
  • Own an internship project and present your work and learnings at the end of the internship

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience programming in C, C++, Rust, Python, or a similar language through coursework, projects, research, or previous internships
  • Familiarity with Linux environments and command-line tools
  • Understanding of fundamental computer architecture and operating system concepts
  • Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or hardware/software interaction
  • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a hands-on engineering environment

Skills

Required:C, C++, Rust, PythonLinuxEmbedded systemsProblem-solving and collaboration
Last updated Sep 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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