Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Entegris • Bloomington, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Entegris is seeking an Embedded Software Engineering Intern at its Bloomington, Minnesota site for the Summer 2027 season. The assignment is intended to last 12–14 weeks. The intern will contribute to embedded software for industrial and electromechanical products used in semiconductor manufacturing, working with microcontrollers, sensors, controllers, and instrumentation. With guidance from an engineering mentor, the intern will gain hands-on experience integrating hardware and firmware, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation. The role includes completing a defined summer project, presenting its results, and providing a technical handoff.

The candidate must be a currently enrolled student in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. The posting also says the intern must be available to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., beginning in January through June, and must be familiar with university requirements for participating in a co-op program. Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be a currently enrolled student.
• Available to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., beginning in January through June.
• Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in a co-op program.
• Foundational C or C++ programming experience gained through coursework, laboratory work, personal projects, or student-team projects.
• Basic understanding of microcontrollers, digital electronics, and how software interacts with hardware, demonstrated through coursework or projects.
• Ability to approach technical problems methodically, ask questions, and learn from feedback.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Attention to detail when testing, documenting, and managing code changes.
• Must not require Entegris immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and occasionally in a laboratory environment.
• May occasionally be required to move or lift equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in embedded software, electronics, sensors, controls, or instrumentation.
• Academic, personal, and student-team projects are welcome; previous professional embedded software experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and test embedded C/C++ software for microcontrollers, sensors, controllers, and instrumentation with guidance from an engineering mentor.
• Integrate and verify interactions between hardware and firmware.
• Assist with reproducing defects, collecting evidence, investigating root causes, and documenting findings.
• Create and run unit, integration, and regression tests.
• Write Python scripts for test automation, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Use Git for version control and participate in code reviews.
• Prepare technical documentation, test records, and change summaries.
• Follow team practices for controlled software builds and releases.
• Complete a defined summer project and present results, lessons learned, and recommendations.
• Provide an organized technical handoff so the team can continue or maintain the work.

Benefits

• Compensation of $20–$30 per hour, with actual pay dependent on the candidate’s overall skills for the role.
• A total rewards package with benefits intended to support career development, health, and financial well-being.
• Values-driven culture centered on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern