Firmware Engineer, Intern

Rockwell Automation

. Assist with the development, programming, debugging, and testing of embedded firmware under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Posted 10/22/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in embedded firmware development using C/C++ and Python, with a solid understanding of circuit theory and operation. Familiar with Agile methodologies and capable of collaborating in a distributed engineering environment.

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Embedded Firmware DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingPython ScriptingAgile MethodologyCircuit Theory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Embedded Software DevelopmentDebuggingUnit TestingIntegration TestingFunctional TestingBasic ProgrammingMicroprocessorsDigital Logic DevicesPower ElectronicsPLC Programming

Soft Skills

CollaborationTroubleshootingLearning Agility

Tools & Technologies

CADCreoparametricERP3D ModelingSAPMatlabDesign Capture Tools

Industry Keywords

Industrial AutomationFirmware TestingReal-Time Operating SystemsCommunication ProtocolsCybersecurity Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERPJavaJavaScriptPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the development, programming, debugging, and testing of embedded firmware under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Contribute to firmware features, improvements, testing, or engineering tools for industrial drive products.
Develop embedded software using C/C++ and support development or test activities using Python and scripting languages.
Support firmware testing, including unit, integration, and functional testing.
Help troubleshoot firmware issues with guidance from firmware engineers and other engineering teams.
Participate in code reviews and learn established coding standards, development practices, and documentation processes.
Learn how product requirements are connected to firmware implementation and verification activities.
Gain exposure to embedded hardware, real-time operating systems, communication protocols, development environments, and debugging tools.
Learn about cybersecurity principles and practices applicable to embedded and industrial products.
Participate in Agile and Scrum development activities as part of the engineering team.
Collaborate with colleagues and mentors in a globally distributed engineering environment.
Complete well-defined engineering assignments while progressively taking on more challenging work as experience grows.
Report to the Engineering Manager in Mequon, WI.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; Rockwell Automation will not sponsor employment visas for this job opening.
Pursuing Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer engineering, or similar.
Must be enrolled for at least one more semester after the internship concludes (graduation date of December 2027 or later).
Local or attending school in the greater Milwaukee area (within 50 miles from the Headquarter or Mequon location).
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Basic programming (C++, C#, Java, Python or JavaScript).
Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
Experience with Power Electronics or motors.
Experience with design capture tools.
Be able to work with schematic drawings.
Familiarity with tools such as CAD, Creoparametic, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), 3D Modeling, SAP, Matlab.
Experience with industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming.
Experience using Agile methodology.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.