2026 Spring Summer Software / Firmware Engineering Undergraduate Co-op Intern
2026 Spring Summer Software / Firmware Engineering Undergraduate Co-op Intern
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Job Description
Undergraduate Intern Co-op Program Overview
9 month intern co-op assignment from January to August 2026 (ideally goes longer) within a functional area of MKS Instruments that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.
Meaningful work and project assignments
Networking opportunities with peers and executives
Exposure to different divisions of the business
Understanding of MKS Instruments commitment to diversity equity and inclusion.
A Day in Your Life at MKS:
Hiring Manager to create summary of job using template below
As an Undergraduate Intern / Co-op at MKS Power Solutions you will partner with Digital/SW Group to do items such as:
Integrate Software Firmware and Digital Hardware together
Create and improve testing infrastructure
Gain hands-on experience with Power Generator hardware and laboratories equipment
Develop a good understanding of firmware testing methodologies on embedded devices
Familiarize yourself with professional software development practices
In this role you will report to the one of the Digital Groups Engineering Managers.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Interfacing with embedded devices and laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes.
Handling simple low-power electrical and electronic wiring like 110V AC Ethernet RJ45 SMB BNC
Handling high-voltage product in 280/480VAC
Participating in the software development process including stand-up meetings planning sessions grooming reviews demonstrations and retrospectives
Following the software development process
Attending various meetings like 1-1 with managers and/or mentors staff meetings ad-hoc discussion meetings.
Travel Requirements: No Travel Needed
Skills You Bring:
Enrolled in a Bachelors Degree program in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with concentrations in embedded system and electronic designs or relevant majors.
Must have working experience with terminals like shell telnet and ssh on Windows and on Linux (Ubuntu).
Must understand basic embedded system design including ARM processor DSP Processors embedded linux or real-time operating system FPGA DDR Flash etc
Must have basic knowledge of networking like TCP/UDP IP routing network interface cards and drivers.
Must have basic knowledge of source code version control system the code review process Continuous Integration services.
Prefer 4th or 5th year students
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Operates in a professional office environment
Constantly operates a computer and other electrical and mechanical laboratory machinery.
On-site only
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay: $22.00 to 29.00 per hour. This is a good faith estimate of the expected salary for this position based on a wide range of factors including qualifications experience and training operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week including 11 paid holidays sick time and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.
The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of November 2025; however this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates
MKS is an equal opportunity employer including disability veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
