Software Engineering - Embedded Systems Intern

Matrix Design Group; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Design Group in Newburgh, NY is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for a 2027 Summer internship. You will work with our engineers to plan and develop embedded software solutions and aid in implementing designs at our home office.

The role focuses on hands-on lab and field testing, documenting requirements, and supporting the software team under the Software Manager. This paid internship offers growth in a collaborative, engineering-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BSCS, BSEE or BSCE.
• Experience developing software in C/C++/Python/Bash/Embedded Linux.
• Familiar with intra-system protocols SPI, I2C, CAN.
• Familiar with inter-system protocols USB, UART, USART.
• Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS or bare-metal.
• Understanding of version control concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of embedded software solutions.
• Document application requirements and specifications.
• Lab and field testing of embedded systems.
• Documentation of test results.

Skills

C/C++/Python/Bash/Embedded Linux

SPI

I2C

CAN

USB

UART/USART

Embedded Linux/RTOS

Source control

Education

BSCS

BSEE

BSCE

Job description

Matrix designs, manufactures, and sells innovative technological products that help keep people safe. Originally focused on the underground coal mining industry, Matrix has expanded into new industrial markets in the United States and globally.

We are currently seeking a Software Engineering Intern for a 2027 Summer Internship. The selected candidate will assist engineers in the planning and development of embedded software solutions and assist in the implementation of the completed designs. This position works in a team environment at our home office in Newburgh, IN. This is not a remote position. This is a paid internship.

This position reports to the Software Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of embedded software solutions.
• Assist engineers with documenting application requirements and specifications.
• Lab and field testing
• Documentation of test results

Qualifications & Competencies

Employment Eligibility & Verification

All applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the I-9 form, as required by federal law. Additionally, candidates will be required to undergo an employment verification process before beginning work. Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other visas) at this time.

• Education: Pursuing BSCS, BSEE, BSCE
• Experience developing software using one or more of the following languages (C/C++/Python/Bash/Embedded Linux)
• Preferred experience with various intra-system communication protocols (SPI, I2C, CAN)
• Preferred experience with various inter-system communication protocols (USB, UART, USART)
• Experience with embedded Linux or Real Time Operating Systems or bare-metal environments
• Understanding of source control concepts

Working Conditions

• Most of the work will take place in a typical office setting (cubicle, desk, chair, computer, etc.) or in a lab/testing/development area (lab benches, test equipment, etc.)
• Occasional travel to vendor or partner facilities may be required (such as a contract manufacturing or engineering facility) but are rarely different from normal office or lab conditions other than possible safety glasses and ESD dissipative gear that may be required.

Physical Requirements

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, or crouch. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.