Formlabs
Embedded Software Intern (Winter/Spring 2027)
Somerville, MAinternshipinternAdded 2 days ago
About this role
Formlabs seeks an Embedded Software Intern to develop firmware and embedded applications for 3D printing hardware. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers to write C++ code, conduct hardware integration testing, and ship features used by thousands of customers worldwide.
What you'll do
- Design and implement embedded software applications from inception to release
- Write and test C++ firmware for custom hardware and microcontroller systems
- Debug low-level code across microcontrollers and embedded Linux platforms
- Conduct hands-on software-hardware integration testing with physical devices
- Collaborate with electrical and systems engineers to enhance product user experience
- Contribute to codebases serving thousands of Formlabs printer customers
What they're looking for
- C++ or C programming
- Embedded systems development
- Python
- Unix/Linux development and command-line proficiency
- Low-level debugging and testing
- Microcontroller and embedded Linux experience
- Hardware integration testing
- Collaborative problem-solving
Benefits
- Flexible out-of-office time
- On-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits
- Catered lunches 3x per week, snacks, and beverages
- Cohort-based intern social and professional development
- Culture events and community engagement
- Unlimited 3D prints
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Formlabs
Formlabs builds advanced 3D printing hardware and systems, with particular focus on dental and professional applications. The company is hiring for engineering roles including robotic systems integration, mechanical design, and reliability testing to develop and improve their 3D printing technology.
- Website
- formlabs.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your most complex embedded systems project and the challenges you faced debugging low-level code.
- Walk us through your experience with C++ and how you've optimized performance-critical firmware.