About the role#
As a Firmware Engineering Intern, you will work at the intersection of hardware and software. You will develop low-level code that helps devices, platforms, and datacenter systems run reliably. You will collaborate with engineers across hardware, silicon, and system design teams to build, test, and debug firmware.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and debug embedded software in C/C++ that implements the data plane and control plane for Layer 2-7 networking.
- Implement firmware features based on product and system requirements in collaboration with cross-functional engineering partners.
- Contribute to developer tests and system-level testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- You must have at least one additional quarter or semester of school remaining after the internship ends.
- Alternatively, you may qualify with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, combined with 1 or more years of technical engineering experience or equivalent experience.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Locations include Redmond, Washington, and Santa Clara, California.
- Microsoft accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the academic calendar.
About Microsoft
Microsoft is a public company based in Redmond, Washington. It develops software, hardware, and cloud computing services. The company operates in 190 countries and employs approximately 233,210 people. Its products include operating systems, developer tools, and business software.
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