Engineering Intern Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

Your Role

As a Software Engineering Intern on the Rhone team, you will help develop and validate low-level software for virtualization and embedded platforms. You will work alongside engineers on operating systems, device-level technologies, and virtualization environments.

Your Responsibilities

• Support software development in Linux and Unix environments.
• Assist with low-level systems programming and debugging.
• Contribute to projects involving device-level software and system components.
• Work with operating system and device driver concepts.
• Support development and testing related to virtualization technologies.
• Review technical documentation and hardware specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on embedded software projects.
• Take part in software validation and troubleshooting.

Your Background

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong interest in low-level software development and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of C programming.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix operating environments.
• Coursework in Operating Systems, Device Drivers, Embedded Systems, or related areas.
• Understanding of hardware-software interaction concepts.
• Knowledge or exposure to QEMU is highly desirable.
• Interest in virtualization technologies and system-level software development.
• Experience with embedded or operating systems projects is a plus.

Why Join Aptiv / Wind River

Aptiv's winning culture is global by design. Diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts come together to solve our customers' toughest challenges. Everyone can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win.

At Aptiv, you help build solutions people can trust when it matters most. We provide the resources and support you need to take care of your family, your physical health, and your mental health, along with a competitive benefits package.

Your Benefits

• Working in an international company with a mission to make the world a safer, greener and better connected place
• Social events, including sport groups and celebrations
• Holiday pay
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community

Meet the Next-Generation Aptiv / Wind River

At Wind River, we deliver innovative solutions that people trust when it matters most. Wind River enables customers to build solutions people rely on, advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, supporting mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies.

Guided by our winning culture and values to Think & Act Like Owners, as One Team, and Play to Win, we turn commitment into results.