Firmware Engineer Intern

Team: Platform

Location: Irvine, California

Commitment: Internship

Workplace Type: onsite

What You Will Do

• Assist with environment setup and embedded system configuration activities

• Develop an understanding of MK14 daughter board architecture and system functionality

• Support test harness development and execution for firmware validation

• Review hardware datasheets and technical specifications to support development activities

• Contribute to technical documentation and maintain organized engineering records

• Participate in unit testing and firmware verification efforts

• Assist with debugging, error handling, and logging implementation

• Collaborate with engineers to identify opportunities to improve firmware development speed and efficiency

• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of firmware and hardware integration issues

What You'll Need to Have

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in:

• Computer Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Or a related technical discipline

• Availability to work approximately 30-40 hours per week

• Proficiency in C/C++ programming

• Exposure to RTOS (Real-Time Operating System) concepts

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical team

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

 

Nice to Have

• Previous experience with firmware or embedded systems development

• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools and workflows

• Understanding of microcontrollers, communication protocols, or board-level systems

• Experience with unit testing or embedded software validation

• Exposure to version control tools such as Git