Firmware Engineer Intern at Entrust in United States - Shakopee, MN

Summary: Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge technologies. The Firmware Engineer intern will design, implement, deliver, and support embedded software solutions for Entrust products, working on complex technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities: - Develop real-time embedded software for digital, analog, power, and motion‑control systems used in complex electromechanical machines - Design, implement, test, debug, and document embedded software components and applications - Participate in design and code reviews, contribute to hardware/software integration efforts, and support development testing - Evaluate design trade-offs and collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to deliver robust solutions - Provide schedule estimates, track progress, and communicate status updates to peers, project leads, and management - Utilize industry‑standard development tools, programming languages, and testing methodologies for embedded systems Required Qualifications: - Completion of at least one year of coursework toward a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions Preferred Qualifications: - Experience programming in C and/or C++ in an embedded or low‑level development environment - Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and structured verification methodologies - Hands‑on experience developing embedded software, firmware, or hardware in a product development setting - Strong analytical thinking, debugging ability, and problem‑solving skills - Sound engineering judgment and decision‑making capabilities - Exposure to Linux kernel development or device driver programming - Experience with VxWorks or other real‑time operating systems (RTOS) - Background in electromechanical systems, motion control, or robotics - Experience with Bash or other scripting languages for tooling or automation - Familiarity with assembly language programming Required Skills: Embedded software development, C programming, C++ programming, Unit testing, Integration testing, Linux kernel development, Device driver programming, VxWorks, Real-time operating systems, Bash scripting, Assembly language programming, Electromechanical systems, Motion control, Robotics Benefits: Comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, A generous 401(k) matching contribution, Life and disability insurance, Mental health coaching, Virtual fitness programs, Paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, Parental leave, Education reimbursement