Firmware Intern [Fall 2026]

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test firmware in C or C++ for critical components such as motor controllers, battery management systems and sensing hardware
• Develop and validate new firmware features
• Assist with integration and testing

Requirements

• Undergraduate student (Senior) or recent graduate in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Minimum 10 weeks internship, 1 to 2 terms preferred
• Fluent in C, C++, and Python
• Experience implementing low level software on bare-metal systems and RTOS
• Good knowledge of computer architecture
• Deep understanding of communication buses and protocols like Ethernet, Ethercat, Serial, CAN or USB
• Comfortable using lab instruments (oscilloscope, logic analyzer) and in-circuit debugging tools

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with motor controllers or battery management systems
• Experience implementing CI/CD infrastructures
• Familiar with Agile and Test driven development

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $40 - $45/hr. The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role.