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Firmware Development Undergraduate Engineering Co-op

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Current undergraduate student in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field
  • Knowledge of C programming and system software
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Additional Software development experience in C++, Rust, System C, Python and/or Domain Specific Language modeling

Responsibilities

  • Develop software with a direct interface to hardware including microcode, IP specific firmware, FPGA, and DSPs
  • Responsible for designing and implementing interfaces that abstract low level hardware details from higher levels of software and firmware
  • Performing design and code reviews, as well as testing and validating product implementations

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Collaboration

About the company

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Intel’s mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. By pushing forward in fields like AI, analytics and cloud-to-edge technology, Intel’s work is at the heart of countless innovations. From major breakthroughs like self-driving cars and rebuilding the coral reefs, to things that make everyday life better like blockbuster effects and improved shopping experiences — they’re all powered by Intel technology. With a career at Intel, you have the opportunity to help make the future more wonderful for everyone. Join us.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustrySemiconductors
Company size10001

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Job description

Job Details:

Job Description: 

Position Description
A co-op term with Intel of Canada is a challenging but rewarding experience, allowing you to gain knowledge and experience in integrated circuit design and test, from custom design modules to developing SoCs. As a member of our team, you will work alongside experienced engineers to solve new and interesting problems, making an important contribution to our exciting custom silicon solutions.

Eight-Month Co-Op, beginning January 2027

Remote

This position is not eligible for Intel Immigration Sponsorship.

Responsibilities:
• Develop software with a direct interface to hardware including microcode, IP specific firmware, FPGA, and DSPs.
• Responsible for designing and implementing interfaces that abstract low level hardware details from higher levels of software and firmware.
• Performing design and code reviews, as well as testing and validating product implementations.
Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to collaborate and influence across disciplines
• Self-directed with a desire to drive issues to conclusion taking ownership regardless of organizational structure and team boundaries.

Qualifications:

We are looking for enthusiastic students with strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a desire to learn. Having a good general knowledge of embedded systems, digital ASIC design, and software/firmware development and testing methodology is an asset.

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current undergraduate student 

  • Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study

  • Knowledge of C programming and system software

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Additional Software development experience in C++, Rust, System C, Python and/or Domian Specific Language modeling

  • Understanding of processors, servers, system software architecture

  • Detailed SoC Architecture, SoC Subsystem Architecture, IP Architecture and/or Microarchitecture knowledge


Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.

Job Type:

Student / Intern

Shift:

Shift 1 (Canada)

Primary Location: 

Virtual Canada

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in Canada

Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience.

Work Model for this Role

This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. However, you must live and work from the country specified in the job posting, in which Intel has a legal presence. Due to legal regulations, remote work from any other country is unfortunately not permitted. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

Canada Accommodation:

Intel is committed to a culture of accessibility.  Intel provides accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.  Find information and request accommodation here.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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