Software Engineering Intern – Drilling Tech (Summer 2027)

NOV; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is actively recruiting ambitious college/university graduates for a Software Engineering Intern role in the summer of 2027 within the Rig Technologies business unit located in Houston, Texas. The start date for this program is June 2027.

You will design and write software for drilling equipment, assist in documentation, provide customer support for software products, and collaborate with a large team to meet project requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduation window: December 2027 or May 2028
• Programs: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience and proficiency in one or more programming languages (C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python) and/or PLC software (STEP 7/TIA Portal, RSLogix)
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed and versatile with a desire for continuous learning
• Comfortable working in a large team environment

Responsibilities

• Design and write software for drilling equipment and/or applications
• Assist in the development and maintenance of software documentation including updates after release
• Provide support for the implementation, training and troubleshooting of software products
• Develop and de-bug software products prior to release
• Diagnose and troubleshoot associated hardware as required
• Work with customers (internal/external) and review project defining documents to understand project requirements
• Participate in design reviews

Skills

C++

C#

Java

JavaScript

PHP

Python

Education

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

STEP 7/TIA Portal

RSLogix

Job description

NOV is actively recruiting ambitious college/university graduates for a Software Engineering Intern role in the summer of 2027 within the Rig Technologies business unit located in Houston, Texas. The start date for this program is June 2027.

You will design and write software for drilling equipment, assist in documentation, provide customer support for software products, and collaborate with a large team to meet project requirements.