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Firmware Engineering Intern

Rockwellautomation

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Pay
about $30-$50/hr
Where
Milwaukee, WI · Hybrid

Before you apply

Work authorization
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Graduation
Expected graduation date is December 2027 or beyond
Availability
Located within 50 miles of the Milwaukee Headquarter location year-round
GPA
Cumulative GPA of 3.0

What you'll do

  • You will report to the Firmware Team Lead and will be located in Milwaukee, WI.
  • Programming
  • Lab testing
  • Prototype evaluation
  • Technology investigations
  • Software development tools

What they want

Required

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university

Nice to have

  • Pursuing a degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering
  • Met on campus, at a national recruiting event, through a Rockwell Automation-hosted event or a targeted recruiting campaign
  • Prior intern or co-op with Rockwell Automation or other related internship
  • Basic computer programming (C++, C, Python)

Pay and perks

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www. raquickfind.com.
About Rockwellautomation

With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special.

Full posting

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job description

At Rockwell Automation, we offer transformative technology that help our customers differentiate their business. Our products optimize industrial operations. We are looking for energetic engineering students who want to advance their engineering capabilities and be part of a collaborative team that loves innovation. We're bringing the Internet of Things (IoT) to the factory floor, and the power of high-performance computing engines has enabled new possibilities for our software and firmware engineers.

You will report to the Firmware Team Lead and will be located in Milwaukee, WI. This role does not provide relocation assistance. The role is intended to run from June through August with the potential to remain on part-time through the school year.

Your responsibilities

As a development firmware intern, you will work with a team of engineers and industry professionals in one or several of the following areas:

  • Programming
  • Lab testing
  • Prototype evaluation
  • Technology investigations
  • Software development tools
  • Small design projects

The essentials - you will have

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Pursuing a degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering
  • Expected graduation date is December 2027 or beyond
  • Met on campus, at a national recruiting event, through a Rockwell Automation-hosted event or a targeted recruiting campaign
  • Prior intern or co-op with Rockwell Automation or other related internship
  • Located within 50 miles of the Milwaukee Headquarter location year-round
  • Basic computer programming (C++, C, Python)
  • Experience with industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming
  • Experience with applicable software, programming languages, and engineering concepts.
  • Hands-on experience, which may include lab work, machinery, automotive projects, personal builds, or other practical engineering applications.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Previous experience with Industrial Automation products
  • Experience using Agile methodology

What we offer

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www. raquickfind.com .

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $20-32/hourly. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, education, and experience.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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