Summer 2027 - Embedded Software Engineering Internship

About the role

CesiumAstro is seeking Summer 2027 interns to design embedded software for satellite communication systems. Interns will work closely with engineers on low‑level and high‑level software for space electronics products, focusing on microcontroller programming, low‑level drivers, board support packages (BSP), end‑use applications, and user interfaces. Assignments will be based on project availability and the interests of the selected candidates. Interns regularly present their work to peers, mentors, and executive leadership, so excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for satellite communication systems.
• Program microcontrollers and create low‑level drivers.
• Build board support packages (BSP) and end‑use applications.
• Design user interfaces for space electronics products.
• Collaborate with engineers on both low‑level and high‑level software components.
• Read electronics schematics and component data sheets to inform software design.
• Present progress and results to peers, mentors, and executive leadership throughout the summer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Advanced coursework in embedded systems.
• Programming experience in C or C++.
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Embedded systems design using real‑time Linux.
• Understanding of multi‑threaded applications and resource management.
• Experience with preemptive, multitasking real‑time operating systems.
• Knowledge of real‑time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
• Experience with products for military, aerospace, or automotive applications.

Eligibility

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State in accordance with United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations.

Compensation

All CesiumAstro internships are compensated competitively and are located onsite at one of the company’s facilities.