Description
North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.
NAI is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace on Long Island! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event day and employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work.
Summary
The Software Engineer Intern is responsible for assisting with the design, development, and testing of software applications and tools for NAI products. Working closely with experienced engineers, the intern will gain exposure to GUI development, embedded programming, and software-hardware integration. This practical experience provides the intern with the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that are important to both their professional growth and NAI’s business success.
This Internship is for Fall 2026.
Requirements
- Assist in the design and development of GUI-based applications and test programs.
- Support development of application and software libraries for Windows, Linux, and embedded operating systems.
- Participate in testing and debugging software that interfaces with hardware devices.
- Work with engineering staff to integrate software with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and meters.
- Help document software features, test results, and development processes.
- Learn and apply coding standards, design practices, and version control tools.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related program.
- Understanding of software engineering concepts, including procedural and object-oriented programming.
- Familiarity with C, C++, Python, TypeScript/JavaScript
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to take initiative and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Candidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), and must be able to provide appropriate documentation upon hire to verify this status. Please note that some positions involve sensitive customer contracts and require U.S. citizenship as a condition of employment.
Preferred Skills
- Coursework, projects, or prior experience with embedded software development.
- Exposure to GUI programming and TCP/UDP Ethernet programming.
- Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques for hardware/software integration.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
- Self-motivated with curiosity and desire to learn new technologies
- Familiarity with Python and TypeScript/JavaScript.
Full-time schedules for Fall internships. (40 hour week) Approx. Start Date September - End Date December.
Internship salary is based on position and academic year standing.
Work Schedule and Environment
- Monday to Friday, Day Shift
- Discretionary 9/80 Schedule
- Business casual dress code
NAI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Read our full EEO/AAP statement.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related program
- Understanding of procedural and object-oriented programming
- Familiarity with C, C++, Python, and TypeScript or JavaScript
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to take initiative and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident able to provide documentation
- Coursework, projects, or prior experience with embedded software development
- Exposure to GUI programming and TCP/UDP Ethernet programming
- Familiarity with debugging tools and hardware/software integration techniques
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with Python and TypeScript or JavaScript
What We Do
North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is an independent supplier of rugged commercial off-the-shelf embedded computing products and electronic systems. Its portfolio spans embedded computing, input/output, communications, measurement, simulation, power, and systems products built on its Configurable Open Systems Architecture. NAI serves industrial, commercial aerospace, and defense markets, with solutions used in mission-critical air, ground, naval, and other applications worldwide for demanding customers.
