Engineer Intern - Software (Summer 2027)

Shine BrightX LLC; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC in Greenville, SC seeks a student intern to contribute to C/C++ software development for truck-specific configurations. You will write robust code, work with embedded microcontrollers, and help ensure CAN/J1939 communications meet specifications.

The role emphasizes documentation, testing, and collaboration within peer reviews, with a flexibility to balance coursework and responsibilities at an hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with C or C++ programming.
• Experience writing embedded applications on microcontrollers.
• Experience with CAN and J1939 protocol.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and SharePoint.
• Detail oriented and quality focused.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

CAN bus

J1939 protocol

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• 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 software documentation to support truck-specific programming configuration.
• Test truck-specific programming to ensure it operates as specified.
• Participate in peer reviews and other engineering activities.

About You

The company is looking for:

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $18.00 - $37.00 per hour, varying by location, experience, education, and skills.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• People-first culture with opportunities to support team member growth and success.