Summer 2027 Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Job overview

The Summer 2027 Embedded Software Engineering Intern is an onsite role based in Petaluma, CA. Compensation is not specified for this internship program, which supports the development of unmanned aircraft and tactical missile systems at AeroVironment. This role exists to provide students with immersive, hands-on experience in embedded software development. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and test embedded software for unmanned aerial and robotic systems.

What you'll do

• Assist in writing and testing embedded software for systems such as autopilots, sensors, radios, and other onboard components.
• Help implement software in C/C++ for real-time and bare-metal systems using microcontrollers and embedded platforms.
• Support the integration of embedded software with hardware, including debugging with lab tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

internship

petaluma ca

aerovironment

embedded software

aerospace

robotics

onsite

no weekends

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Top 100 Internship Program recognition by Yello and WayUp; hands-on experience with cutting-edge aerospace technology.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.