Software Engineering Co-op

Join us at Entrust At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity‑centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting‑edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.

This on‑site Software Engineering Co‑op position offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working alongside cross‑functional engineering teams in a dynamic product development environment. The co‑op will contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of test automation solutions, execute verification and validation of new products and product enhancements, and help ensure that all solutions meet or exceed product requirements. Products include:

• Instant issuance card solutions for desktop printers, which produce financial and .
• Integrated rear module solutions that support card indenting, impressing, and UV curing.
• Integrated lower module solutions that support card lamination and embossing.
• Materials and supplies that support the card production process.
• Our solutions incorporate security, software, firmware, electrical, chemical, and mechanical components.

• Design, develop, and enhance test automation software and solutions.
• Execute verification and validation testing for new products, modules, and enhancements.
• Configure card printers, software, and systems to align with test environment requirements.
• Document and track issues in Jira.
• Isolate issues to the major component level.
• Collaborate with development teams to support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Maintain the test lab, systems, and test environment.
• This position will take direction from more than one source.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with programing languages such as C#, Python, , or similar languages.
• An understanding of software development principles.
• An understanding of safety when operating electromechanical system and devices.
• Understand(s) logic.
• Understand(s) dependencies and cause and effect.

• Experience with automated testing, scripting, or software development projects through coursework, internships, or personal projects.
• Experience with electromechanical systems, test equipment, and product validation.
• Ability to utilize AI to automate tasks and improve efficiency.

• Critical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Focused on priorities.
• Drives to a conclusion.
• Can communicate, written and verbal, with cross‑functional engineering disciplines in the areas of mechanical, electrical, software, firmware and materials engineers using their respective jargon.
• Engaged in the testing process to suggest opportunities for improvement and the willingness to drive change.
• Schedule/date driven.
• An understanding and appreciation for sense of urgency especially towards the latter part of a release cycle.
• Can manage issues or barriers and looks for ways to make progress.
• Self‑aware; attends to gaps in skills and competencies.
• A learning mindset.

This role requires five days onsite in Minneapolis, MN. Entrust operates with a distributed workforce.

How do we do all of this? Together.

Join us.

Together we’ll create solutions for a more connected, mobile and secure life.

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