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Intern, Firmware Engineering - Milwaukee

Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation

Milwaukee, WI, USA
USD 22-32 / hour
Posted on Sep 24, 2025

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

At Rockwell Automation, we offer transformative technology that help our customers differentiate their business. Our products optimize industrial operations. We are looking for energetic engineering students who want to advance their engineering capabilities and be part of a collaborative team that loves innovation. We’re bringing the Internet of Things (IoT) to the factory floor, and the power of high-performance computing engines has enabled exciting new possibilities for our software and firmware engineers.

As a firmware intern you will work with a team of engineers and industry professionals in one or several of the following areas:

  • Programming
  • Lab testing
  • Prototype evaluation
  • Technology investigations
  • Software development tools
  • Small design projects

You will have the opportunity to be a significant contributor, while getting comprehensive exposure to the business structure of Rockwell Automation and how we are helping our customers bring the Connected Enterprise to life. Rockwell will match your background and skills with your interests and our business needs. Each experience is unique; if you are extended an offer, your manager will share details about your role, including specific projects you may work on and responsibilities you may have.

Additionally, as a student associate there will be hosted activities and events intended to help you grow your network, develop your professional skills and immerse yourself in our company culture.

​The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Must be enrolled for at least one semester after the internship concludes.
  • Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future

​The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Preference given to students met on campus, at a national recruiting event, through a Rockwell Automation-hosted event or a targeted recruiting campaign
  • Preference given to students who have had prior intern or co-op with Rockwell Automation in the past
  • Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Basic computer programming (C++, C, Python)
  • Experience with industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming
  • Previous experience with Industrial Automation products
  • Experience using Agile methodology

What We Offer:

  • Health Insurance including Medical

  • 401k

  • Paid Holidays off

  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

#LI-Hybrid

For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $22/hour - $32/hour. Our benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.