Summer 2026 Intern - Software Engineering Intern - Firmware

Western Digital • Roseville, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WDC is a leading innovator in Enterprise Storage Networking. We are looking for a passionate and skilled Firmware Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer (Roseville, CA). This position provides students with a unique opportunity to work on real-world problems and gain valuable industry experience in firmware development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on embedded systems or firmware development.
• Must have the ability to work onsite without relocation assistance
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with embedded systems.
• Understanding of microcontrollers, peripherals, and interface protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART).
• Experience with version control tools like Git.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or project experience in firmware or embedded systems is highly desirable.
• Skills:Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing firmware solutions
• Collaborate with the engineering team to define firmware requirements and specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C/C++ or other relevant languages.
• Participate in code reviews and adhere to firmware coding standards.
• Debug and troubleshoot firmware issues in embedded systems.
• Conduct and participate in testing sessions to ensure firmware performance and reliability.
• Document development processes and maintain firmware documentation.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on challenging firmware development projects in a real-world setting.
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture.
• Networking opportunities with professionals in the field.
• paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees