2027 Undergrad Software Engineer Intern/Co-op

AMD; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD offers a hands-on co-op/intern program at multiple locations, including Rochester, NY, with a 40-hour work week in a hybrid or onsite setup. You will collaborate with software engineers on AMD applications, gain exposure to the software lifecycle, and build automation scripts while learning debugging best practices.

This role is designed for undergraduates to gain real-world experience and make meaningful contributions.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a US-based university pursuing an undergrad degree in a related field.
• Interest in software engineering across full-stack and embedded areas.

Responsibilities

• Work with software engineers to build and maintain AMD software applications.
• Receive training on the full software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Develop scripts to automate parts of the development process.
• Learn debugging methodologies to identify root causes of issues.
• Contribute to technical/functional documents and reports as needed.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

UNIX/Linux

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Azure cloud

Django

Rails

Spring Boot

HTML/XML

Git

Perforce

Security basics (OAuth/SSL/TLS)

Embedded systems

PC/CPU architecture

Education

Undergraduate degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Git

Perforce

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career. As an AMD intern or co-op, you’ll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real-world experience on projects that impact millions of end-users worldwide. Whether you’re an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter—and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.

Job Details

• Locations: Austin, TX, Boxborough, MA, Fort Collins, CO, Longmont, CO, Fishkill, NY, Rochester, NY
• Onsite/Hybrid: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), in either a hybrid or onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term

Duration

• Spring/Summer Co-op: January 15, 2027 - August 13, 2027
• Summer Internship:
• Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
• Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027
• Summer/Fall Co-op:
• Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - December 10, 2027
• Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - December 10, 2027

What You Will Be Doing

• We will assign you responsibilities in which you will work closely with our software engineers to build and maintain our software applications.
• We will provide training on the full software creation process, from design and built to testing and deployment.
• We will encourage you to build scripts that automate some of our software development process.
• We will help you learn debugging methodologies to investigate the root cause of software issues.
• In certain projects we may have your involvement in crafting technical/functional documents and reports as needed.

Who We Are Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a US based University in a Undergrad degree program majoring in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline
• If you have knowledge / experience with any of the following technical skills (or related areas) and are enthusiastic about this role, we strongly encourage you to apply –
• Software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• C/C++ programming and Scripting language like Python, Windows PowerShell, Linux shell script, Perl, Java, Javascript, UML
• Operating systems UNIX/Linux OS
• Databases, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• Cloud computing platforms, Azure.
• Web development frameworks, Django, Rails, Spring Boot
• Mark up languages like HTML, XML, XSL
• Defect tracking, testing, debugging
• Git, Github, Perforce
• Security technologies, OAuth, SSL, or TLS
• PC / CPU architecture, Embedded systems, microcontroller

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.