Embedded C++ Software Intern – Vehicle Systems

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to support the Software Engineering team. You will design reliable, functional vehicle control software and develop tests for truck systems.

This internship focuses on C++ development, embedded applications, CAN/J1939, and documentation, with opportunities to review code and contribute to real projects across our truck platforms.

Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong academic record, GPA 3.0.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of various degrees of information.
• Experience with C or C++ programming or similar programming language.
• Experience writing embedded applications on microcontrollers.
• Experience working with CAN and the J1939 protocol.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
• Detail oriented and quality focused.
• Ability to work independently while prioritizing workload.
• Flexible and adaptable to working under tight deadlines and/or changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Write quality, maintainable, object-oriented C++ software.
• Develop and maintain PC programs used for the configuration of truck specific programming.
• Identify and control vehicle operation and maintenance risks.
• Prepare and maintain the software documentation necessary to support the configuration of truck specific programming.
• Test truck specific programming to ensure the programming operates as specified.
• Participate in peer reviews and other engineering activities.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

CAN bus / J1939

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to support the Software Engineering team. You will design reliable, functional vehicle control software and develop tests for truck systems.

This internship focuses on C++ development, embedded applications, CAN/J1939, and documentation, with opportunities to review code and contribute to real projects across our truck platforms.