Software Engineering Intern at Draper in Cambridge, MA

Summary: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are seeking a Software Engineering Intern to work with their Software Engineering Division, focusing on low level software for real-time embedded systems. This internship offers college students the opportunity to apply their skills to practical applications while working on engineering solutions for challenging problems. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems - Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support - Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process - Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines - Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment - Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities - Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel - Competency in C/C++ - Working knowledge of real-time operating systems - Understanding of the product development and engineering project lifecycle (requirements development through Verification and Validation) Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in RISC-V, ARM, low power processors, embedded Linux, device driver development and software testing a plus Required Skills: C/C++, Real-time operating systems Important Skills: Embedded Linux, Device driver development, Software testing Nice-to-Have Skills: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel Benefits: Workplace flexibility, Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, Health and finance workshops, Off site social events, Discounts to local museums and cultural activities