Embedded Linux Intern
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Job description
GoMyRobot posted this role. Below, we break down what it means for a working student in Germany: your weekly hours, take-home pay and visa limits.
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Description provided by GoMyRobot
Company Description
GoMyRobot builds physical intelligence infrastructure for advanced space systems that can work together, operate autonomously, and remain serviceable over time, spanning custom RISC-V/FPGA silicon to space-grade ROS 2 middleware. The organization focuses on creating robust, scalable technologies that support long-term space operations. Team members collaborate on cutting-edge robotics, software, and hardware solutions designed for demanding environments. Joining GoMyRobot offers the opportunity to contribute to next-generation space systems while working with a multidisciplinary, innovation-driven team.
Role Description
The Embedded Linux Intern role is a remote position (based in Germany, 6 weeks) focused on supporting embedded Linux development for GoMyRobotOS (https://gomyrobot.github.io/GoMyRobotOS/), our space-oriented embedded operating environment. Day-to-day tasks include embedded Linux bring-up and testing on High-Performance Spaceflight Computing (HPSC) hardware built around Microchip's PIC64-HPSC RISC-V platform, Yocto/OpenEmbedded BSP development, and QEMU-based testing workflows. The intern will help troubleshoot system issues, contribute to documentation, and collaborate with engineers to improve reliability and security of deployed systems, gaining hands-on exposure to real-world space technology projects while working closely with experienced mentors.
Qualifications
- Ability to work with Linux System Administration and Operating Systems concepts, including basic configuration and monitoring.
- Familiarity with Yocto/OpenEmbedded and embedded Linux board bring-up.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving issues in embedded and Linux-based systems.
- Foundational knowledge of embedded systems, including experience with C/C++ in a Linux environment; RISC-V exposure is a plus.
- Comfort with command-line tools, version control (e.g., Git), and shell scripting.
- Bonus: exposure to virtualization, RTOS concepts, or ROS 2.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, communicate clearly, and collaborate with a distributed engineering team.
- Interest in space systems, robotics, and autonomous technologies; prior project or internship experience in these areas is a plus.
Working student essentials
What this Tech internship means for you in Germany: the pay rules, the social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
Studying in Germany
