Networking Systems Intern — Student (Rust/C++)

Mozilla Corporation; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 37,750 - 50,334; Full time

Job summary

Mozilla Corporation is inviting engineers to work on the Firefox networking stack and related web platform features. The role focuses on improving performance, security, and collaboration with standards bodies. You will contribute to a robust, open-source codebase and engage with a global community.

Ideal candidates bring Rust/C/C++ experience, memory-safety practices, and strong English communication. Occasional travel to Berlin is expected, and a German university enrollment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with Rust and/or C/C++ programming.
• English fluency and willingness to conduct open software engineering work.
• Enrollment in a German university and willingness to visit Berlin office.
• Commitment to Mozilla values and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Improve networking-related features in the Firefox networking stack and APIs (e.g., Fetch, WebTransport).
• Design and implement web platform features and networking protocols with standards community.
• Debug and fix correctness and performance in multi-threaded codebase.
• Debug platform-specific networking issues to improve stability.
• Enhance Firefox’s stability and correctness.

Skills

Rust

C/C++

Test-driven development

Data analysis

Secure software development

English fluency

Networking

Education

University enrollment in Germany

Job description

Mozilla Corporation is inviting engineers to work on the Firefox networking stack and related web platform features. The role focuses on improving performance, security, and collaboration with standards bodies. You will contribute to a robust, open-source codebase and engage with a global community.

Ideal candidates bring Rust/C/C++ experience, memory-safety practices, and strong English communication. Occasional travel to Berlin is expected, and a German university enrollment is preferred.