Embedded Engineering Intern

Embedded Firmware Engineering Intern - HVAC Field Devices

Johnson Controls invites you to apply for a year-round internship opportunity within our Product Development team. This internship offers hands-on experience in embedded firmware development for HVAC field devices such as sensors, actuators, and controllers. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers to support the design, development, and testing of embedded systems that drive building automation and environmental control.

As an Embedded Firmware Engineering Intern focused on HVAC Field Devices, you will:

• Assist in developing and debugging embedded firmware for HVAC sensors, actuators, and control modules
• Write and maintain test scripts and validation tools for embedded systems
• Participate in engineering-level testing of HVAC field devices and embedded platforms
• Support documentation efforts for firmware architecture, test procedures, and engineering reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and systems engineering
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in embedded development processes
• Perform other engineering-related tasks and projects as assigned

What we look for:

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field
• Located in the greater Milwaukee area and available to work full time during the summer and at least 20 hours/week during the semester and full-time during breaks
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems
• Familiarity with microcontroller platforms (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, STM32)
• Understanding of embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes)
• Comfortable working with version control systems like Git
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Highly organized with strong communication skills
• U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to HVAC systems and building automation technologies
• Experience with BACnet, Modbus, or other field communication protocols
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-power embedded design

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/tomorrowneedsyou.