Engineering Intern

Aptiv; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv's Wind River division is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join the Rhone team, focusing on virtualization and embedded platforms. You will support development and validation of low-level software, collaborating with OS, device drivers, and virtualization environments.

You will work in Linux/Unix environments, assist with debugging, review hardware specs, and contribute to embedded software projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant technical degree in CS/CE/SE/EE.
• Strong interest in low-level software and embedded systems.
• C programming knowledge.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
• Exposure to OS, device drivers, and virtualization concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support software development in Linux and Unix environments.
• Assist with low-level systems programming and debugging.
• Contribute to device-level software and system components.
• Work with OS and device driver concepts.
• Support virtualization technologies development and testing.
• Review technical documentation and hardware specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on embedded software projects.
• Participate in software validation and troubleshooting.

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems

Linux/Unix

Virtualization

OS concepts

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

QEMU

Job description

Your Role

As a Software Engineering Intern on the Rhone team, you will support the development and validation of low-level software solutions focused on virtualization and embedded platforms. You will collaborate with engineering teams working on operating systems, device-level technologies, and virtualization environments.

Your Responsibilities

• Support software development activities in Linux and Unix environments.
• Assist with low-level systems programming and debugging.
• Contribute to projects involving device-level software and system components.
• Work with operating system and device driver concepts.
• Support development and testing activities related to virtualization technologies.
• Review technical documentation and hardware specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on embedded software projects.
• Participate in software validation and troubleshooting activities.

Your Background

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong interest in low-level software development and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of C programming.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix operating environments.
• Coursework in Operating Systems, Device Drivers, Embedded Systems, or related areas.
• Understanding of hardware-software interaction concepts.
• Knowledge or exposure to QEMU is highly desirable.
• Interest in virtualization technologies and system-level software development.
• Experience with embedded or operating systems projects is a plus.

Why Join Aptiv / Wind River

Aptiv's winning culture is global by design. We bring together diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts to solve our customers' toughest challenges. In this environment, every individual can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win. You make an impact at Aptiv. One of the strengths of humanity is our drive to progress, to improve, to achieve more tomorrow than we did yesterday. People need solutions they can trust when it matters most. At Aptiv, you are building those solutions every day. You have support at Aptiv. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family, your physical health, and your mental health with a competitive benefits package.

Your Benefits

Working in an international company that takes pride in a mission and vision, to make the world a safer, greener and better connected place

• Opportunities to join social events, including sport groups and celebrations
• Holiday Pay
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community

Meet the Next-Generation Aptiv / Wind River

At Wind River, we deliver innovative solutions that people trust when it matters most. Progress is never static. It is about reaching further, exploring new possibilities, and enabling mobility. Wind River empowers customers to create solutions people rely on, advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, enabling mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies. Guided by our winning culture and values to Think & Act Like Owners, as One Team, and Play to Win, we turn commitment into results and achieve more together.

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