About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You will work on the design and development of Automatic Train Control software. You will join experienced engineers to support the delivery of rail systems.
What you'll do#
- Support the development and testing of ATC software modules.
- Ensure software performance and scalability across rail systems.
- Work with cross-functional teams to integrate software with signaling and control hardware.
- Assist with reliability analysis and validation using simulation tools.
- Contribute to solutions for train automation, safety logic, and communication protocols.
- Document your findings and share insights with the software engineering team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year degree program with at least 2 years completed.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Familiarity with embedded systems programming in C.
- Understanding of real-time operating systems or control algorithms.
- Experience with version control tools like Git.
- An analytical mindset and an interest in railway signaling or safety-critical software.
- Exposure to Python and Linux is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Modality: On-site.
- This position is a paid internship.
About Alstom
Alstom manufactures transportation equipment and rail infrastructure. The company produces rail vehicles, signaling systems, and integrated transport solutions. It operates globally with a workforce of over 87,000 employees. Founded in 1928, the company maintains its headquarters in Saint-Ouen.
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