Job Details:
Job Description:
This position requires candidates to upload a resume in English; you are welcome to upload multiple versions of your resume if you prefer but an English version of your resume will be required to be considered for this position.
In this role, you will join the Edge Computing Engineering Group as part of the Platform and Customer Enabling team, focusing on delivering Edge reference solutions.
As a Firmware Engineer Intern, you will be part of a team responsible for developing Edge reference platforms utilizing Intel Client architecture, to enable customers and proof-of-concept models for emerging technologies.
**Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: **
- Contribute to the design, development, validation, and debugging of embedded software across various domains including BIOS, firmware for computer boards, and/or memory systems
- Works on system-level modeling, algorithm development, and/or hardware-software integration, often within constrained environments involving timing, memory, and processing limitations
- May also assist in architectural decisions, validation planning, and performance benchmarking
- Collaborates with architects, engineers, and designers to ensure robust firmware solutions
- As an Intern, learns and applies knowledge, builds skills, and explores future career opportunities through hands-on experience and projects that support Intel business goals in a collaborative environment
The ideal candidate should show the following behavioral traits:
- Eagerness to learn and apply new technical concepts.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
- Willing to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proactive and organized to manage multiple tasks.
- Open to feedback and continuous improvement.
- Strong problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
- Willing to work in a team environment and eagerness to learn new technologies.
- Good English communication skills.
What You Will Learn
- Practical experience in firmware design and development processes.
- Hands-on exposure to real hardware systems and engineering tools.
- Fundamentals of firmware validation, debugging, and testing.
- How to collaborate within cross-functional engineering teams.
- Industry best practices for documentation, quality, and design reviews.
Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position.
Pursuing a Bachelor´s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Embedded Systems Engineering or related technical field (at least 1 year remaining as an active student).
3+ months of experience in:
Programming Languages: Firmware for Computer boards, C/C++, Basic understanding of Assembly language, Python or other scripting languages.
Digital circuits and logic design, Microcontrollers and microprocessors, Basic understanding of embedded systems, Familiarity with development boards (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.).
Advanced English level.
Must have unrestricted, permanent right to work in Mexico (this role is not eligible for visa or immigration sponsorship).
Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
- Knowledge of Computer Architecture.
- Version control systems (Git), Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), Basic debugging tools and techniques.
- Oscilloscope and multimeter usage.
- Eagerness to learn new technologies.
- Previous internship or project experience.
- Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART).
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Understanding of hardware-software integration.
Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of relevant industry job experience, internship experience and/or schoolwork/classes/research.
A candidate who accepts an offer of employment in Mexico is required to present their own personal identification information and numbers for the following: Mexican Security Number (NSS), Tax Identification Number (RFC) and CURP identification number.
Job Type:
Student / Intern
Shift:
Shift 1 (Mexico)
Primary Location:
Mexico, Guadalajara
Additional Locations:
Business group:
At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.