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United Protective Technologies · 1 week ago

Computer Engineering Intern

positionCharlotte, NC
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

United Protective Technologies is focused on research and development for defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure applications. The Computer Engineering Intern will support R&D efforts by contributing to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of embedded computing systems under supervision.

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Responsibilities

Support R&D engineers with embedded system design, development, testing, and documentation
Assist with hardware/software integration, including microcontrollers, processors, and peripherals
Support development of low-level firmware and embedded software
Assist with digital hardware design, interface definition, and system bring-up
Participate in prototype integration, laboratory testing, and data collection
Contribute to technical documentation and project planning activities
Collaborate with computer, electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers on integrated R&D efforts

Qualification

Embedded systemsProgramming languagesDigital logicFirmware developmentMicrocontrollersTechnical communicationMS OfficeTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

Ability to apply computer engineering fundamentals to research and development problems
Hands-on aptitude and strong attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing R&D environment
Strong teamwork and technical communication skills
Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Python)
Familiarity with basic digital logic and computer architecture concepts
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word)
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to pass a background check

Preferred

Coursework or experience in embedded systems, firmware development, or computer architecture
Experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or FPGA/HDL concepts
Experience with debugging tools (e.g., logic analyzers, JTAG, oscilloscopes)
Interest in defense or aerospace embedded computing systems

Company

United Protective Technologies

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United Protective Technologies is engaged in the R&D and manufacture of surface modification products and materials.
dateFounded in 2002
location
Locust, North Carolina, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.upt-usa.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$0.81M
Key Investors
One North Carolina Small Business Program
2024-11-22Grant· $0.06M
2022-09-22Grant· $0.07M
2011-10-21Seed· $0.68M

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