SW Engineering Intern
Binghamton, NY - USA
Job Summary
At Bose Corporation we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth and for over 60 years we have been a company built on innovation excellence and independence. Privately owned fiercely customer-focused and driven by our values we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions we are shaping the future of audio technology automotive luxury and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job Description
Software Engineering Intern Firmware Development & Testing
Location: Binghamton NY
Department: Engineering Firmware
Employment Type: Internship
About McIntosh Labs
McIntosh Labs is a world-renowned leader in premium audio systems known for our uncompromising commitment to sound quality engineering excellence and iconic design. Our products set the global benchmark for highfidelity audio performance. As part of our engineering team youll contribute to the technologies powering McIntoshs next generation of audio solutions.
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated Software Engineering Intern to support the development integration and testing of embedded firmware used across McIntosh audio products. This role provides hands-on experience with embedded systems digital signal processing hardwaresoftware interaction and automated test frameworks.
The ideal candidate is curious detail-oriented and excited about working with cuttingedge audio technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design implementation and debugging of embedded firmware for audio devices.
- Develop execute and automate firmware test plans to validate functionality performance and reliability.
- Work with senior engineers to investigate firmware defects and contribute to root-cause analysis.
- Support integration testing of firmware with hardware components including microcontrollers DSPs and audio interfaces.
- Implement unit tests and contribute to the creation of test tools/scripts.
- Participate in code reviews documentation updates and team design discussions.
- Assist with firmware build systems CI pipelines and versioncontrol workflows (e.g. Git).
- Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware QA and acoustic engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or related technical field.
- Foundational understanding of embedded systems or low-level programming concepts.
- Experience with C/C programming.
- Familiarity with microcontroller development environments (ARM PIC ESP etc.).
- Basic understanding of debugging tools such as logic analyzers oscilloscopes or JTAG.
- Strong analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for audio technology and hardwaresoftware integration.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Experience with Python Bash or PowerShell for automation.
- Exposure to real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS or ThreadX.
- Knowledge of communication protocols (I2C SPI UART CAN USB).
- Experience with Git CI/CD tools or automated test frameworks.
- Familiarity with digital signal processing concepts.
- Personal interest in highend audio speakers amplifiers or consumer electronics.
What Youll Gain
- Hands-on experience developing firmware for highperformance audio products.
- Practical skills in debugging embedded systems and building automated test systems.
- Experience working with senior engineers in a fast-paced product-focused environment.
- Exposure to the full audio product development lifecyclefrom concept to production.
- Mentorship and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOCs Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Poster is available here: Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to Please include Application Accommodation Request in the subject of the email.
Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.
Required Experience:
Intern