SUMMER INTERNSHIP - Software Engineering Intern

Innovation at its Best: Join our Forward-Thinking Company

At CableLabs we wake up every day to invent the future. CableLabs is a global, award-winning innovation and R&D lab dedicated to keeping people connected by building and orchestrating emergent technology and igniting co-innovation today for the broadband of tomorrow.

Are you ready to embark on a software development adventure at a state-of-the-art research lab? CableLabs is on the lookout for a dynamic and talented software engineering intern to join our Advanced Technology Group. As a valued member of our team, you might even find your name etched on a patent or research paper. This is your chance to be part of a world-class innovation center that drives groundbreaking advancements in the cable industry!  Interns at CableLabs will experience the technology innovation process by living it.

The Software Engineering Intern position resides in the Advanced Technology Group at CableLabs. This department develops future solutions to today’s networking problems.  We specialize in wireless networks, especially Wi-Fi, and use our strong software development skills along with network diagnostic tools and advanced techniques in AI/ML to develop novel and effective innovations to solve current network problems. Our team plays a crucial role in improving the experience of customers in the cable industry.

Why This Internship Is Exciting

As part of the Advanced Technology Group, interns will learn real-world software development by being part of a team of expert developers, and they will learn some of the latest networking technology. You will be working with cutting edge technology (e.g., RF Chambers, robotics, new wireless network devices, etc.) to develop and run automated platforms for testing Wi-Fi device behavior roaming behavior.

What You’ll Do

• Embrace the spirit of “outside-the-box” thinking as you evaluate existing technological solutions, propose design alternatives, and shape the future of networking technology.
• Design and implement a variety of software ranging from embedded firmware to user interfaces.
• Document your software creations with precision, from software applications to test suites, showcasing your commitment to quality and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in innovation sessions where you will push the boundaries of what’s possible in the realm of networking.

Qualifications

What Is a Must Have

• Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, Physics, or a similar technical discipline.
• Strong programming abilities in at least one of: C, C++, Python.
• Comfortable using git for version control and code collaboration.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience working with open-source networking platforms such as OpenWRT, prplOS, RDK-B, or hostapd
• Familiarity with the OSI model for networks and how real-world LANs are implemented
• Basic understanding of Wi-Fi

Working conditions and physical requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. Working conditions for office environment typically involve indoor settings, often with a mix of standing, sitting, and walking, along with the use of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment. Office workers also need to communicate through various means, including telephone, email, and in-person discussions, and they may be subject to moderate noise levels from office equipment.

CableLabs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresourcesteam@cablelabs.com or 303-661-3307. View our full EEO policy here.