Intern – Embedded Software, Automotive Networking

NXP Semiconductors

Intern supporting embedded software development in automotive domain. Collaborating with experienced engineers on real-world projects involving complex networking challenges.

Posted 7/15/2026internshipMunich • 🇩🇪 GermanyEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in developing and maintaining embedded C software for automotive ECUs, with strong skills in debugging and root-cause analysis of software and hardware issues. Familiarity with TCP/IP stacks and embedded operating systems is essential for effective software design and documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Embedded C ProgrammingTCP/IP Stack DevelopmentLow-Level DebuggingFreeRTOS ExperienceAUTOSAR Communication

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Hard Skills

Embedded C ProgrammingRoot-Cause AnalysisSoftware DesignAnalytical SkillsLow-Level Debugging

Soft Skills

Good Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

LauterbachP&E MicroFreeRTOSZephyrLinux

Industry Keywords

Automotive ECUsOSI LayersAUTOSAREmbedded SystemsRTOS

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxRTOSTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain embedded C software for automotive ECUs
Work with TCP/IP stacks from LwIP, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, and Linux environments to develop standalone SW for automotive use cases.
Debug software and hardware issues using Lauterbach, P&E Micro, or similar tools
Perform root-cause analysis of software and HW-related faults
Support software design, and documentation activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded or Automotive Systems
Strong C programming skills for embedded systems
Familiarity with OSI layers, AUTOSAR communication and diagnostics concepts
Experience with at least one RTOS or embedded OS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, Linux)
Experience with low-level debugging and hardware bring-up
Good software design and analytical skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

An attractive monthly salary
The possibility to work in a hybrid setup
Flexible working hours
2.5 days of vacation per month incase of volutary internship
Networking initiatives and Employee Resource Groups such as Young Community, No Extra Planet, NXP Equal, Women in NXP, and more — fostering both professional and personal exchange