About this Software Internship - Systems Engineering role at NXP Semiconductors
Student Intern – Software & Systems Engineering
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Employment Type: Part-Time Student Internship (Multi-Year Program)
Business Unit Description
NXP's Edge Processing Business Unit empowers the next generation of intelligent edge devices through a scalable portfolio of processors and microcontrollers that deliver industry-leading performance, security, connectivity, and AI capabilities. Our solutions enable innovation across automotive, industrial, consumer, healthcare, smart home, and communications markets.
Department Description
Join the MPU Systems Engineering team, supporting NXP's industry-leading i.MX applications processors and embedded solutions. This internship offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside world-class engineers on real products used by customers around the globe.
The role is designed as a long-term development program that allows students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world embedded systems while building practical skills in software development, system validation, and customer-focused engineering.
Scope of Responsibilities / Expectations
As a Student Intern, you will work closely with experienced Systems Engineers and Software Engineers on a variety of embedded computing projects.
Embedded Software Development
- Develop and debug embedded software applications on NXP processor platforms.
- Assist in developing proof-of-concept demonstrations, automation tools, and reference applications.
- Support software integration activities involving Linux, Android, RTOS, and middleware components.
- Participate in software testing, debugging, and performance analysis.
System Bring-Up and Validation
- Assist with board bring-up and hardware/software integration activities.
- Execute validation and test procedures on development boards and reference platforms.
- Analyze test results and help investigate software and system-level issues.
- Utilize debugging tools to understand processor, memory, and peripheral behavior.
Innovation and Prototyping
- Contribute to demonstrations showcasing AI, multimedia, connectivity, graphics, and embedded computing technologies.
- Explore emerging technologies and build prototype applications on NXP platforms.
- Participate in feasibility studies and proof-of-concept projects.
Technical Documentation and Collaboration
- Create technical documentation, user guides, tutorials, and application notes.
- Document software, validation results, and development procedures.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams across Europe, North America, and Asia.
- Participate in technical reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Electronics Telecommunications Related technical disciplines
- Availability to work part-time while continuing university studies.
- Good programming skills in C/C++.
- Basic understanding of embedded systems and computer architecture.
- Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and working in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience gained through university projects, personal projects, internships, or extracurricular activities in one or more of the following areas:
- Embedded software development
- Linux application development
- ARM-based processors and microcontrollers
- Python, Bash, or scripting languages
- Git version control
- Device drivers and operating systems
- Communication protocols such as UART, I²C, SPI, USB, CAN, or Ethernet
- AI/ML, computer vision, or multimedia technologies
- Electronics design and hardware debugging
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience with industry-leading embedded processors and AI-enabled edge computing platforms.
- Mentorship from experienced systems, software, and hardware engineers.
- Exposure to customer applications and real-world engineering challenges.
- Opportunities to contribute to software, validation, demos, and prototype development.
- A structured path that allows growth from intern to future graduate engineer within NXP.
- Experience working in a global engineering organization on technologies spanning embedded Linux, AI, connectivity, security, graphics, and multimedia.
