Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Resilient Embedded Systems, Onsite

We are seeking a Summer Intern to support the design, development, and testing of novel embedded computing systems. This could include embedded hardware, firmware, and software. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with computer design tools and using testing equipment in the lab.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

develop embedded software targeting the processors on modern So Cs

develop firmware targeting FPGAs on modern So Cs

support a team of engineers debugging SW/FW/HW in the lab

interface navigation sensors with custom PCBs

test embedded computing solutions for navigation on van and flight tests

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

Salary Range:

At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here (https://www.sandia.gov/app/uploads/sites/51/2024/12/Student-Rate-Sheet-2025.docx)

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Qualifications We Require:

You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:

Earned bachelor's degree

Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate program

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer

Ability to secure and maintatin a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Note:

If you have not yet started your graduate program, please apply to an undergraduate intern position.

Qualifications We Desire:

Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering. or Computer Science

Experience with modern SoCs, especially software on embedded processors and FPGAs

Experience with modern FPGAs and their design tools (Xilinx Vivado, Synplify Pro, etc)

Experience with hardware debugging tools (embedded and bench logic analyzer, Oscilloscope, etc)

Experience with C, C++, and Python

Familiarity with guidance, navigation, and control algorithms

Familiarity with real-time operating systems

Testing and debugging software systems

Experience developing test plans to verify and validate high-rigor designs

Excellent teaming and communication skills

Posting Duration:

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

About Our Team:

Organization 5327, the Secure Embedded Systems department focuses on the development of secure and resilient computing solutions critical for national security.

About Sandia:

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide

Extraordinary co-workers

Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world

Career advancement and enrichment opportunities

Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)

Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits,…