Embedded Software Intern: Sensor Node Firmware (Summer 2027)

CHAOS Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAOS Inc. is seeking Embedded Software Engineer Interns for Summer 2027. This paid, in-person, 12-week internship focuses on writing firmware that runs on sensor nodes and coordinating real-time software across distributed hardware.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with C/C++, hardware bring-up, RTOS exposure, and debugging with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Collaborative, cross-disciplinary teamwork is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in C or C++.
• Experience with embedded development through coursework or projects.
• Willingness to work with hardware that may not function yet.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for sensor node control and OTA updates.
• Implement timing and synchronization software across distributed nodes.
• Create drivers and board support for new hardware revisions.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams; participate in hardware-in-the-loop validation.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded development

Hardware bring-up

Debugging skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer/ Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Logic analyzer

Oscilloscope

Debugger

RTOS exposure

Job description

CHAOS Inc. is seeking Embedded Software Engineer Interns for Summer 2027. This paid, in-person, 12-week internship focuses on writing firmware that runs on sensor nodes and coordinating real-time software across distributed hardware.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with C/C++, hardware bring-up, RTOS exposure, and debugging with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Collaborative, cross-disciplinary teamwork is encouraged.