Software Internship - Systems Engineering

Location: Bucharest, Romania
Employment Type: Part-Time Student Internship (Multi-Year Program)

NXP's Edge Processing Business Unit empowers the next generation of intelligent edge devices through a scalable portfolio of processors and microcontrollers that deliver industry-leading performance, security, connectivity, and AI capabilities. Our solutions enable innovation across automotive, industrial, consumer, healthcare, smart home, and communications markets.

Join the MPU Systems Engineering team, supporting NXP's industry-leading i.MX applications processors and embedded solutions. This internship offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside world-class engineers on real products used by customers around the globe.

The role is designed as a long-term development program that allows students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world embedded systems while building practical skills in software development, system validation, and customer-focused engineering.

As a Student Intern, you will work closely with experienced Systems Engineers and Software Engineers on a variety of embedded computing projects.

• Develop and debug embedded software applications on NXP processor platforms.
• Assist in developing proof-of-concept demonstrations, automation tools, and reference applications.
• Support software integration activities involving Linux, Android, RTOS, and middleware components.
• Participate in software testing, debugging, and performance analysis.

• Assist with board bring-up and hardware/software integration activities.
• Execute validation and test procedures on development boards and reference platforms.
• Analyze test results and help investigate software and system-level issues.
• Utilize debugging tools to understand processor, memory, and peripheral behavior.

• Contribute to demonstrations showcasing AI, multimedia, connectivity, graphics, and embedded computing technologies.
• Explore emerging technologies and build prototype applications on NXP platforms.
• Participate in feasibility studies and proof-of-concept projects.

• Create technical documentation, user guides, tutorials, and application notes.
• Document software, validation results, and development procedures.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams across Europe, North America, and Asia.
• Participate in technical reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team meetings.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Electronics Telecommunications Related technical disciplines
• Availability to work part-time while continuing university studies.
• Good programming skills in C/C++.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems and computer architecture.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and working in a collaborative environment.

Experience gained through university projects, personal projects, internships, or extracurricular activities in one or more of the following areas:

• Embedded software development
• Linux application development
• ARM-based processors and microcontrollers
• Python, Bash, or scripting languages
• Git version control
• Device drivers and operating systems
• Communication protocols such as UART, I²C, SPI, USB, CAN, or Ethernet
• AI/ML, computer vision, or multimedia technologies
• Electronics design and hardware debugging

• Hands-on experience with industry-leading embedded processors and AI-enabled edge computing platforms.
• Mentorship from experienced systems, software, and hardware engineers.
• Exposure to customer applications and real-world engineering challenges.
• Opportunities to contribute to software, validation, demos, and prototype development.
• A structured path that allows growth from intern to future graduate engineer within NXP.
• Experience working in a global engineering organization on technologies spanning embedded Linux, AI, connectivity, security, graphics, and multimedia.

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