Embedded Software Intern - Communications - Summer 2027
OTTO’s opportunity:
OTTO Communications designs and manufactures innovative communications and power management accessories for two-way radio products for demanding and mission-critical applications. For over 65 years, OTTO's products have been recognized for excellence by the military, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and retail and commercial customers worldwide.
Our Embedded Software Intern will perform a variety of duties to support the Software Engineering team for the Communications Division.
Specifically, the Embedded Software Intern’s responsibilities will include:
- Embedded Programming: Develop embedded C, C++ or Python code for wireless systems, mission-critical applications, or physical AI systems.
- Algorithm Development: Development DSP, AI/ML algorithms for audio processing and sensor fusion.
- Hardware Design: Create or modify hardware system architectures and PCB schematics using Altium.
- Testing & Prototyping: Build product prototypes, perform lab testing, conduct engineering tests, and handle technology research
What you’ll need to bring to the table:
- Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science).
- Skills: Experience or coursework in embedded systems, C/Python programming, and hardware schematic design.
- A strong desire to learn
- Good communication skills
- 100% on-site
What OTTO offers for this specific position:
- Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour
OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran
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Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline
- Experience or coursework in embedded systems
- Experience or coursework in C or Python programming
- Experience or coursework in hardware schematic design
- Strong desire to learn
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work 100% on-site
What We Do
OTTO Engineering designs and manufactures control products, communication accessories, and electro-mechanical components such as switches, grips, and joysticks for demanding applications.
