Chicago Hiring Systems Engineering Intern

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, people come first. We are a global, close-knit community working to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies that help protect people, property and places, supporting safer communities, schools, hospitals, businesses and nations. Build a career that matters and help us create a safer future.

Department Overview

Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the coordination needed for safer communities, schools, hospitals and businesses.

The North America (NA) Systems Engineering Operations organization supports systems engineers and software solution architects in deploying customer-driven, end-to-end solutions for first responder, government, carrier, utility, transportation and enterprise customers. The team helps ensure the technical integrity of delivered solutions and gives deployment engineers access to the people, processes and tools they need to do their daily work.

Job Description

Note: This is a HYBRID position with 60% of time in office.

Overview: The intern will support the NA Systems Engineering Operations team in developing and implementing tools, processes and workflows that improve the efficiency and quality of projects delivered by systems engineering teams. The role provides a centralized, streamlined approach for systems engineers to deploy Motorola Solutions technology efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop internal tools and applications that simplify engineering tasks and speed up deployment timelines.
• Turn open-ended problems into structured programs, managing solutions from initial concept through completion.
• Identify process gaps and work with cross-functional teams to design and implement improved workflows.
• Assess key stakeholder needs and requirements.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics to non-technical audiences.
• High adaptability and a passion for bringing independent, creative ideas rather than relying solely on direction.
• General knowledge of systems engineering and systems integration methodologies.
• Programming experience with an emphasis on object-oriented programming in languages such as Python and C++.
• Analytical skills with hands-on experience using Python libraries (such as NumPy, pandas and Matplotlib) to manipulate data and build clear visualizations.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools to assist with coding, troubleshooting and productivity.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace applications: Docs, Sheets and Slides.
• Prior internship experience or leadership roles within campus clubs and organizations.

Travel Requirements

Under 10% travel.

Relocation Provided

None.