Software Solutions Architect (Engineer) Intern - Summer 2025 Internship

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewThe California Strategic Project Team at Motorola Solutions is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to contribute fresh ideas and enhance our projects while gaining valuable experience in the field. We're looking for individuals who are intellectually curious, proactive, and passionate about making a difference.
Job Description

At Motorola Solutions you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of public safety and command center software development. As an Intern, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Senior Solutions Architect (Engineer) and gaining hands-on experience in software development, configuration, and technical implementation. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside industry experts and contribute to innovative solutions that impact communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in bridging the communication gap between deployment teams, customer subject matter experts, and IT teams to ensure alignment of technical requirements.

• Collaborate with stakeholders on delivering interfaces, software modules, and configurations effectively.

• Support in planning, prioritizing, and coordinating activities to meet project deadlines.

• Participate in Interface Acceptance Testing and contribute to analysis result presentations.

• Contribute to the development of comprehensive solutions architecture designs, considering system scalability, performance, and security.

• Provide support and input to development engineering teams, ensuring adherence to architecture and best practices.

• Assist in translating business requirements into technical specifications for implementation.

• Explore and evaluate new technologies and tools, providing recommendations for adoption.

• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation efforts related to architecture.

• Assist in creating and maintaining detailed architecture documentation.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Basic understanding of software development and system integration principles.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with general guidance.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely.

Note: This internship is open to candidates residing anywhere in the Western United States, with a preference for California. Please be aware that the position may involve working in high-security areas subject to background checks.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers

Pay Range: $22 - $30 per hour depending on degree and student year level.

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Basic Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with a graduation date in or after December 2025.

• Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeIntern

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].