Software Engineer Intern

Schneider Electric; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Schneider Electric offers a Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern role in Andover, MA, contributing to the NetBotz product line. You will work on IoT device software, tackling customer issues, testing hardware and software, and addressing security vulnerabilities alongside senior engineers.

You will gain experience with Embedded Linux, C daemons, Java, JavaScript, and PostgreSQL, while expanding existing functionality and reducing technical debt in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Freshman or Sophomore pursuing a Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE or related field.
• Experience with Java, JavaScript, or C programming.
• Experience with Linux and Git.
• Ability to learn or experience with bash scripting.
• Understanding of CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, networking).
• Desire to learn software engineering and networking.
• Microsoft Excel experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to NetBotz enhancements and issue resolution under guidance of senior engineers.
• Collect and analyze data using Excel.
• Modify existing code and help expand functionality.
• Test NetBotz hardware and software components.
• Write automated tests and perform manual testing under supervision.
• Fix software defects and reduce technical debt.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

C programming

Linux

Git

bash scripting

data structures

TCP/IP networking

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree

Tools

Linux

Git

Job description

Schneider Electric has a new opportunity for a Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern in Andover, MA. We are looking for an intern to contribute to the enhancement the NetBotz product line (a set of IoT device for monitoring data centers) This device helps our customers manager and secure their data centers and is part of our EcoStruxure family of products. You will join a team that maintains, develops and tests a tech stack that includes Embedded Linux, C daemons, Java, JavaScript and PostgreSQL. You will be primarily focused on expanding existing functionality, tackling customer issues, addressing security vulnerabilities, testing hardware and software, and reducing technical debt. If you enjoy working on small teams to help achieve larger goals to help our customers, then please consider this role.

What will you do?

• Collect and analyze data within Microsoft Excel.
• Create modifications to existing code under the direction ofmore senior engineers,
• Learn and enhance the NetBotz environmental management system.
• Test NetBotz systems and software
• Write automated tests and perform manual testing under the direction of more senior engineers.
• Fix software defects.

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Freshman or Sophomore Bachelor's student pursing a degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering or related field.
• Previous experience with Java, JavaScript, or C programming languages
• Experience with Linux and Git
• Ability to learn or previous experience with bash shell scripting
• Demonstrated understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, TCP/IP networking, etc.)
• The desire to learn software engineering and computer networking
• Microsoft Excel experience
• Focused curiosity
• Comfortable with basic hands-on hardware handling — opening chassis and swapping field-replaceable components as needed for test setup.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

What's in it for me?

SE seeks out and rewards people for being straightforward, open, passionate, effective, and challenging the status quo. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.We welcome people as they are, creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company.We’re looking for people with a passion for success — on the job and beyond.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $23.00--$27.50 per hour. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here. Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.