Systems Engineering Co-Op (Software)

US01 VALEO NORTH AMERICA; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-Op Rotations

Job summary

Valeo North America invites motivated students to join its Software Engineering Co‑Op as part of the Systems rotational program. You will contribute to the design of SDV architectures and AI-enhanced in‑cab experiences while bridging software with automotive hardware in a modern Agile setting.

The internship offers hands-on experience across embedded platforms, Linux-based environments, and backend services, with rotations through Engineering Software teams and exposure to ISO 26262 safety

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Next-Gen SDV architecture: design and develop robust C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components.
• Implement, test, and debug software using C/C++ and Python on embedded and Linux-based platforms.
• Contribute to backend services and programmable interfaces powering AI-enhanced user experiences.
• Analyze system logs, reproduce issues, and troubleshoot connectivity and performance problems.
• Assist hardware-software interface work by integrating smart algorithms with automotive hardware.
• Learn and apply ISO 26262 automotive safety standards in real-world development.
• Explore AI tools to optimize CI/CD and automated testing procedures.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile SDLC with senior developers.
• Participate in Co-Op Department Rotations: System Engineering, System Validation & Tools Development Software.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux

APIs

Job description

About the Role:

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies. Ready to tackle the challenges of the vehicle of the future? Join us and take part in the autonomous and connected car revolution at Valeo. What you will win: As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share.

As a Software Engineering Co-Op within our Systems rotational program, we are looking for a passionate and motivated student to help shape the future of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). In this internship, you will gain hands-on experience by contributing to the design of advanced architectures, the development of intelligent, AI-enhanced in-cabin user experiences, and bridging the gap between cutting-edge software and automotive hardware within a modern Agile environment.

Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of experienced mentors and as a valued member of our engineering team, you will participate in the following missions:

• Next-Gen SDV Architecture: Assist in the design and development of robust C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components for future Software-Defined Vehicles.
• Help implement, test, and debug software using C/C++ and Python across embedded and Linux-based platforms.
• Contribute to building the backend services and programmable interfaces required to power personalized, AI-enhanced user experiences.
• Support the team in analyzing system logs, reproducing technical issues, and troubleshooting connectivity and performance problems.
• Hardware-Software Interface: Help integrate smart algorithms with physical automotive hardware.
• Learn and apply critical automotive safety standards (such as ISO 26262) in real-world development.
• AI-Driven Automation: Explore and leverage modern artificial intelligence tools to help optimize CI/CD workflows and improve automated testing procedures.
• Agile Collaboration: Work closely alongside senior developers in a fast-paced Agile environment, utilizing modern Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) tools and best practices.
• Co-Op Department Rotations: System Engineering System Validation & Tools Development Software

What You Should Have:

You are currently a student pursuing your Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Diversity by nature At Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talent.

Job: R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIE Organization: Engineering Software Schedule: Part time Employee Status: Trainee (Fixed Term) (Trainee) Job Type: Trainee / Internship Job Posting Date: 2026-06-11

More information about Valeo : https://www.valeo.com