CesiumAstro
Summer 2027 - Embedded Software Engineering Internship
Westminster, CO · On-site · Internship · Posted Sep 16, 2026
- Education
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), or PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited university.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About the job
Develop embedded software for satellite communication systems, including work on software for Cesium’s space electronics products.
What you'll do
- Work on microcontroller programming, low-level drivers, board support packages, end-use applications, and user interfaces.
- Present work to peers, mentors, and executive leadership during the summer.
What they ask for
- Currently enrolled in a BS, MS, or PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering at an accredited university.
- GPA of 3.5 or higher.
- Advanced coursework in embedded systems.
- Programming experience in C or C++; familiarity with configuration management, defect tracking, and peer review tools; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice to have
- Embedded systems design using real-time Linux or preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems; understanding of multithreaded applications and resource management.
- Knowledge of real-time coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems; experience with military, aerospace, or automotive products; ability to read electronics schematics and component data sheets.
Tools
C, C++, real-time Linux
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