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E-Space

Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Arlington, TX · On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

About the Role We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineering Intern to work on real firmware for real hardware that ships. You will be embedded (pun intended) with a senior firmware engineer ...

E-Space

Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Arlington, TX · On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

About the Role We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineering Intern to work on real firmware for real hardware that ships. You will be embedded (pun intended) with a senior firmware engineer ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for embedded intern in Texas is $15.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $17.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an embedded intern?

Embedded Interns are students or recent graduates who work as interns in the field of embedded systems. They assist in designing, developing, testing, and debugging hardware and software that control devices not typically thought of as computers, such as cars, medical devices, or home appliances. Embedded Interns often work under the supervision of experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, and various programming languages. This role provides an opportunity to learn industry practices and contribute to real-world projects while building foundational skills in embedded systems.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an embedded intern?

To thrive as an Embedded Intern, you generally need a solid background in electronics, C/C++ programming, and basic understanding of embedded systems, often supported by coursework or relevant projects. Familiarity with microcontrollers, development boards (such as Arduino or STM32), and version control systems like Git is commonly expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, eagerness to learn, and effective teamwork set standout candidates apart. These skills ensure you can contribute to hands-on development, adapt to new technologies, and collaborate efficiently with engineering teams.

What types of projects and technologies can an embedded intern expect to work with?

As an Embedded Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of hands-on projects involving microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and hardware interfacing. You'll likely assist with designing, coding, and debugging firmware, as well as testing embedded systems in collaboration with senior engineers. Interns often participate in team meetings, contribute to documentation, and may have opportunities to use industry tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and version control systems. The experience provides a practical foundation for understanding the embedded development lifecycle and offers valuable exposure to both hardware and software integration.

What is the difference between Embedded Intern vs Firmware Intern?

AspectEmbedded InternFirmware Intern
Required CredentialsTypically a student or recent graduate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldsSimilar educational background, often with coursework in embedded systems or firmware development
Work EnvironmentHands-on hardware and software development, working with microcontrollers and embedded systemsDeveloping low-level code for hardware devices, often working closely with hardware teams
Industry UsageUsed across electronics, automotive, consumer devices, and IoT sectorsCommon in consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial equipment

Embedded Interns and Firmware Interns share similar educational backgrounds and work environments focused on embedded systems. The main difference lies in their focus: Embedded Interns often work on broader embedded hardware and software integration, while Firmware Interns concentrate on developing low-level firmware code for specific hardware components.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Intern job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, 58% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,766 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Embedded Software Engineering Intern

E-Space

Arlington, TX • On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

Part-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you've come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We're intentional, we're unapologetically curious and we're 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

About the Role

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineering Intern to work on real firmware for real hardware that ships. You will be embedded (pun intended) with a senior firmware engineer working on a sensor-rich, wireless-connected IoT device: writing production C on Zephyr RTOS, bringing up sensors, debugging on live boards at the bench, and moving data from the edge to the cloud. 

This is not a shadow-and-observe internship. You will have your own board, your own debugger, and your own work items from week one. You will pair daily with your mentor - at the whiteboard, at the bench, and in code review - and by the end of the internship you will have shipped at least one feature end-to-end on live hardware. 

What you will do:

Hands-on Development 

  • Write and debug firmware in C on Zephyr RTOS for Arm Cortex-M class MCUs. 

  • Work on sensor integration and sampling pipelines - IMUs, accelerometers, microphones, temperature sensors - over I2C, SPI, and I2S. 

  • Build, flash, and debug boards daily using West, CMake, SWD/J-Link, and serial consoles. 

  • Contribute to edge-to-cloud connectivity: Wi-Fi, MQTT over TLS, and low-power wireless protocols such as Thread and BLE. 

  • Help collect and validate sensor datasets that feed on-device machine learning models, and assist with deploying and evaluating those models on target hardware. 

Test and Tooling 

  • Write unit and integration tests alongside your feature code - we test what we ship. 

  • Build and improve bench tooling: flash/serial automation scripts, data-capture harnesses, and hardware-in-the-loop test setups. 

  • Reproduce, instrument, and root-cause bugs on real hardware, and document what you find so the next engineer doesn't hit it twice. 

Team Collaboration 

  • Participate in design discussions and code reviews - your code gets reviewed, and you review ours. 

  • Work directly with hardware and systems engineers when the bug turns out not to be in software. 

  • Present your work at the end of the internship: what you built, what you learned, and what you'd do differently. 

What we are looking for:

Required 

  • Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 

  • Solid C programming fundamentals: pointers, memory, bit manipulation, and comfort reading a datasheet. 

  • Exposure to microcontrollers through coursework, projects, clubs, or prior internships (Arduino/ESP32/STM32/Nordic all count). 

  • Basic Git fluency: branching, commits, and pull requests. 

  • Comfort with the command line and at least one scripting language (Python preferred). 

  • Curiosity and persistence. Embedded debugging rewards people who keep pulling the thread. 

  • Ability to work on-site in Arlington, TX for the duration of the internship. 

Nice to Have 

  • Coursework or projects involving an RTOS (Zephyr, FreeRTOS) or bare-metal firmware. 

  • Familiarity with communication buses (I2C, SPI, UART) and reading signals on a logic analyzer or oscilloscope. 

  • Exposure to signal processing (FFTs, filtering) or machine learning basics - our devices run inference at the edge. 

  • Experience with networking concepts: sockets, TLS, MQTT/HTTP, or wireless protocols. 

  • A personal project you can talk about in depth - hardware or software. 

What success looks like:
In your first two weeks, you will have a working development environment, a board on your desk, and your first merged pull request. By the midpoint, you will own a small feature or tooling improvement end-to-end - design, implementation, tests, and review. By the end of the internship, you will have shipped work running on live hardware in the field or on the bench test rack, and you will be able to explain the full path your data takes from sensor to cloud. 
How we work:

  • On-site, collaborative environment. We build physical hardware - presence matters. 

  • Small teams with high autonomy. Interns get real ownership, scaled to fit. 

  • Fast iteration cycles. We prototype, test, and revise quickly. 

  • Direct feedback culture. We expect candor and respect in equal measure - and we invest in people who want to grow. 

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success.  Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals.  In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.  

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That's why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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