Application Software Development Co-op

You know the moment. It’s the first notes of that song you love, the intro to your favorite movie, or simply the sound of someone you love saying “hello.” It’s in these moments that sound matters most. 

At Bose, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth. We’ve dedicated ourselves to improving it for more than 60 years. And we’re passionate down to our bones about making whatever you’re listening to a little more magical.  

The Engineering team at Bose is a thriving, passionate, deeply skilled team of professionals from a broad range of disciplines and experiences, who share a common goal—to create products that provide transformative sound experiences.

Job Description

THE PROGRAM

We're looking for students to join our Co-Op Program who believe that sound is power. Over the 6-month co-op, you will get the opportunity to apply the skills you learned in the classroom with hands-on work experience. Our Co-Ops will get to network across the business to understand different perspectives at Bose. You'll connect with other Co-Ops and colleagues to grow your network for the future!

Timeframe - Spring Co-op- Must be available January 12- June 26, 2026 and can work in a hybrid work environment.

THE ROLE

The Software Engineer Co-Op will learn and develop with the guidance from the Bose Application Software Team who are responsible for delivering Bose audio solution to infotainment system of Bose automotive customers.  During the Co-Op they will develop a Bose Software Customer Delivery Project, which will be presented at the end of the Co-op.

Some Projects and/or tasks may include:

requirement analysis, software development, technical interfacing, testing, project management and troubleshooting.

REQUIREMENTS

•            Working on BS in Engineering with Software development focus

•            Basic Programming Knowledge of embedded C, C++, PERL, Python, CAPL

•            Understanding of software engineering practices and basic software concepts.

•            Outstanding customer technical interfacing, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.

•            Great team player with engineering teams.

•            Excellent oral and written communications skills in English. Effectively building relationships to facilitate communication.

Preferred Experience:

•            Interest in the Automotive industry

•            Linux and/or Android software development for automotive would be a plus

Tools:

•            Oscilloscope

•            Power Supply

Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.