Job Description
DEKA Research and Development, housed in Manchester, NH, has an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineering Intern to work on an embedded Linux networking device. In this role, you will develop software that allows our robot to securely communicate over the Internet, maximize throughput, and minimize latency of that connection. Additionally, you will troubleshoot issues at the hardware, software, and networking layers alongside a group of passionate engineers to create innovative solutions that truly make a difference.
DEKA offers Internships and Co-Ops for full time students* (must be at least 18 years of age). Internships last a minimum of 10 weeks, 12 preferred. All summer internships must start no later than June 15, 2026. How you will make an impact as an Embedded Software Engineering Intern :
- Use software engineering knowledge to solve issues found in embedded and test software
- Improve automated testing through investigation and code debugging
- Perform verification and validation activities using automated software testing and test fixtures
- Support development of software
- Learn software processes
Skills we are looking for Embedded Software Engineering Intern: - Must be currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent degree program
- Must have an understanding of, and experience with embedded software and basic computer networking
- Must have C++ programming experience
- Must be familiar with Linux
- Have successfully completed at least one year of programming course(s)
- Must be a self-starter eager to contribute in a team environment
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be detail oriented
- Experience with OpenVPN, Yocto, Python, Bash, Git, and advanced computer networking is a plus
- Involvement with First Robotics is a plus
- Interest in personal embedded projects is a plus
About DEKA: One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.
Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.
Additional Information: - Applicants should be aware that short-term housing options in Manchester, NH are limited and that DEKA is not able to financially assist with housing.
Public transportation is available and routes/schedules can be found by visiting the Manchester Transit Authority website,
Please be aware that we try to make sure that our internship opportunities are well defined and will provide a unique experience. We understand that most candidates would like to know if they have a placement as soon as possible, but at DEKA it takes more time than other companies at we review every application that is submitted. We will try to let you know as soon as we can, but encourage you to pursue other opportunities as well.
- A full time student is defined as being enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an undergraduate program, or a minimum of 9 credits per semester for a graduate program.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Summer work, Summer internship, Immediate start,