Firmware Engineering Intern

ESA - Electronic Security Association

. Develop firmware with C/C++ targeting embedded systems and connected devices .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeAurora • Illinois • United StatesEntry Level💰 $22 - $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C/C++ firmware development for embedded systems, with a strong understanding of software development life cycles and proficiency in testing and debugging. Collaborates effectively with design engineers and team members while maintaining clear communication throughout the product development process.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C/C++ ProgrammingEmbedded Systems KnowledgeSoftware Development Life Cycle ExperienceAgile/Scrum Development ProcessTesting and Debugging Skills

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Hard Skills

Firmware DevelopmentObject Oriented DesignMicrocontroller KnowledgeBus Protocols KnowledgePython Programming

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceSlack

Industry Keywords

Embedded SystemsSoftware DesignDevelopment IntegrationProject ReportingBench-Level Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop firmware with C/C++ targeting embedded systems and connected devices
Facilitate builds with source code control tools
Perform bench-level testing using debuggers, protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power analyzers
Plan and estimate individual development activities and coordinate efforts with team members
Report task status in project team meetings
Follow details through software design, development, integration, testing, and release
Interface with design engineers throughout the product development cycle and follow up on product support
Maintain code in the repository and participate in peer code reviews
Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle
Create project and technical reports
Utilize and further develop tools for internal use

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree student currently enrolled in a technical discipline such as Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
Completed coursework in C/C++ programming languages
Completed coursework in Objected Oriented Design
Proficient interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Knowledge of 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit microcontrollers
Knowledge of computer architecture and embedded systems
Experience in software development life cycles
Knowledge of bus protocols such as RS-232, I2C, SPI, and UART
Knowledge and/or experience with Python programming language
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development process
Experience working with Jira, Confluence, Slack
Experience performing testing, troubleshooting, and debugging
Desire to collaborate with other Engineers and build connections with industry professionals in an interactive, team-based setting
This position is not eligible for US visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Life and health insurance
Life assistance program
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Disability insurance
401k Plan
Vacation and holidays
Opportunity to collaborate with an exciting team with the reputation for building successful connected products
Opportunity to develop Firmware Engineer skills to contribute to the design of connected high volume consumer products