Embedded Software Development Intern (Summer 2025)
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Job Description
About CesiumAstro
CesiumAstro is a company that develops and pioneers out-of-the-box communication systems for various applications, including satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. They pride themselves on a dynamic and cross-functional work environment that fosters learning, development, and engagement across the organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.
Job Description: Embedded Software Development Intern (Summer 2025)
The Cesium software team is seeking Summer 2025 interns to design embedded software for satellite communication systems. Interns will work closely with Cesium engineers on both low-level and high-level software for Cesium’s space electronics products.
Areas of Focus:
• Microcontroller programming
• Low-level drivers
• Board support packages (BSP)
• End-use applications
• User interfaces
Assignments will be determined based on:
• Project availability
• Interests of the successful candidates
Responsibilities:
• Present work to peers, mentors, and Cesium executive leadership
Required Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Requirements & Minimum Qualifications:
• Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), or PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited university.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Advanced coursework in embedded systems
• Programming experience in C or C++
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
Preferred Experience:
• Embedded systems design using real-time Linux
• Understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management
• Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems
• Knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
• Experience with products for military, aerospace, or automotive applications
• Ability to read electronics schematics and component data sheets
Compensation & Location:
• All CesiumAstro internships are compensated competitively.
• Internships are located onsite at one of their facilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
