Research & Development - Firmware Engineer Intern

Chemelex • Edmonton, AB

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Chemelex is seeking an intern for a 4 to 8-month internship, beginning May 2026, to work in their Research and Development center in Edmonton. The intern will focus on embedded development, using Rust or C/C++ to create secure firmware for industrial heating control and leak detection products. This role offers practical experience alongside experienced embedded firmware professionals in a collaborative agile team environment, with a flexible hybrid schedule. Preference will be given to those in their third or fourth year of their post-secondary program.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an approved program to obtain a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computing Science, or equivalent.
• The program must include a co-op or student internship component.
• Firmware or software design and implementation skills, ideally with Linux, FreeRTOS, or bare metal.
• Ability to code in C, C++, Rust, or similar.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts with peers and team members.
• The ability to rapidly learn and apply complex technologies.

Responsibilities

• Combine formal education with hands-on experience to kickstart a career in firmware engineering.
• Demonstrate the ability to quickly learn and harness modern tools to test, implement, and deploy embedded firmware solutions.
• Gain experience programming and debugging firmware and electronics.
• Be a valued member of the firmware team and collaborate with hardware and testing teams.
• Learn and apply leading-edge firmware development practices to grow Chemelex’s product portfolio.
• Gain exposure to Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies.
• Work in a highly collaborative agile team environment to deliver industry-leading digital solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern