Student Intern, Engineering

Celestica Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual contract path

Future full-time role

Development programs

Networking events

Mentorship

Job summary

Celestica Inc. is seeking an Engineering Student Intern to join our Data Center Platform Software team for a 3‑month assignment in San Jose, CA.

You will work on software for network switches and compute systems, helping develop BSPs, Linux drivers, and hardware diagnostics while gaining hands‑on experience across hardware and software stacks behind AI and cloud infrastructure. Preferred skills include C / C++ / Python, Linux OS concepts, and collaboration in a global team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Preferred skills include knowledge of C / C++ / Python and Linux OS concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and debug Board Support Packages (BSPs) for data center network switches and compute systems.
• Write and troubleshoot Linux device drivers to facilitate hardware‑software communication.
• Design and execute hardware diagnostics to validate system stability and hardware integration.
• Participate in platform bring‑up and test new hardware alongside the software stack.
• Write system‑level code using C, C++, and Python to solve complex system challenges.
• Collaborate with the Data Center Platform Software team to optimize infrastructure for AI and cloud.
• Support activities including networking, data center, and platform software tasks.

Job description

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Date: Oct 13, 2026

Location: San Jose, CA, US

3 Month Internship

As a global technology leader, Celestica designs, engineers, and manufactures industry-leading products and services that drive customer success and market advancement. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, we bring together over 33,000 employees across more than 45 sites in North America, Europe, and Asia.

With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain management and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. Working with the world’s leading technology companies across a broad range of industries, Celestica helps its customers achieve a competitive advantage.These products span key areas such as data centre technology, aerospace and defense, healthtech, and capital equipment.

Working at Celestica is more than a job. It’s about being part of something bigger and shaping the future with your work. You’ll take on exciting and challenging projects, get hands‑on experience, collaborate with a global team, and learn from some of the greatest minds in the industry. And just as we aspire to imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers, we’re just as committed to delivering the best employee experience.

Benefits for Students Include:

Possibility of a student casual contract position after completion of internship

Possibility of a full‑time position after completion of degree

Access to Celestica’s development programs and projects

Fun intern activities including celebration events and networking

Internal recognition programs and rewards for stellar performance

What’s in it for you?

Opportunity: Job experience at a large Canadian‑based global company

Innovation: We look to our employees to implement new ideas and improve the way we do things

Collaboration: Students work as part of global teams, enabled by collaborative technology

Sustainability: We uphold strong ethics, reduce our impact on the environment and empower employees to give back to the community

Development opportunities: Including soft skills courses, innovation projects and mentorship

Networking: Strategically build your professional network to advance your career and deepen relationships across your peers and colleagues.

Fun: Our interns have the opportunity to participate in fun activities including intern social events, Celestica’s charitable initiatives and our Spirit Week activities

About this opportunity:

We are seeking an Engineering Student Intern to join our Data Center Platform Software team for 3 months, working on software for network switches and compute systems. You will help develop and debug BSPs, Linux device drivers, and hardware diagnostics. You will also contribute to operating system development and platform bring‑up. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience across the hardware/software stack behind AI and cloud infrastructure.

Preferred Skills:

Working knowledge of C / C++ / Python

Understanding of complex systems, computer architecture, and Linux/OS concepts

Exposure to data structures, algorithms, and inter-process communication mechanisms

Familiarity with hardware/software integration and development tools such as GNU toolchains

Strong written/verbal communication, self‑motivation, organization, and eagerness to learn

Actively involved in engineering or computer science student clubs and campus societies

Active participation in hackathons, technical design competitions, or representing school in regional events

Hands‑on experience with collaborative coding projects, open‑source contributions, or technical research initiatives

Activities:

Develop and debug Board Support Packages (BSPs) for data center network switches and compute systems.

Write and troubleshoot Linux device drivers to facilitate seamless hardware‑software communication.

Design and execute hardware diagnostics to validate system stability, performance, and hardware integration.

Participate in platform bring‑up, helping initialize and test new hardware alongside the software stack.

Contribute to operating system development, utilizing core Linux/OS concepts and inter-process communication mechanisms.

Write system‑level code and scripts using C, C++, and Python to solve complex system challenges.

Collaborate with the Data Center Platform Software team, applying data structures and algorithms to optimize infrastructure for AI and cloud environments.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office with exposure to manufacturing environments.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data
• Repetitive manual movements are frequently required (e.g. data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc).
• Basic manufacturing system knowledge.

Experience: No Formal Experience Required.

Education: Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

***As this position involves work that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), your employment offer is conditional upon the successful completion of a security assessment by Celestica and/or its authorized agents, per the International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high‑growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high‑reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high‑performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI‑driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast‑changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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