Software Intern at Nordson · GoodInternship

Nordson is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to support new product development, continuous improvement, database migration, and devops projects at the Golden Valley site. This position will work closely with the Software Engineering, Firmware, Electrical, and Operations teams to develop new products, calibrate / certify products, maintain existing product lines, and continuously improve relevant code bases.

The intern will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced new product development and manufacturing environment and meaningfully contribute to projects that directly impact operational performance and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Participate in the new product development process.
Work with firmware engineers to communicate with embedded devices.
Work with systems engineers to calibrate and certify new and existing products.
Work with internal customers to resolve bugs on new and existing products.
Write unit tests and stress tests for validation of software performance.
Assist in testing software releases for other members of the team.
Assists in collecting and processing data for our algorithm team.
Participate in software process improvement team.
Provides recommendations for user interface improvements.
Perform additional software and engineering support activities as assigned.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to organize and analyze data and communicate findings effectively.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Familiarity with C#, c++/CLI, native c++, CUDA, Azure Devops, and / or Visual Studio is preferred.
Experience in Matlab or Python programming is preferred.
Experience with user interface design with Winforms and WPF is preferred.

What You’ll Gain

Real world experience developing new products in a fast-paced environment while supporting existing products and production lines.Hands-on experience supporting software engineering operations in a global technology company.Exposure to production processes, manufacturing engineering practices, and operational improvement initiatives.Opportunity to lead and contribute to projects that deliver measurable business results.Mentorship from experienced Software Engineers.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across Operations, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems Engineering.Practical knowledge that supports academic studies and prepares you for a career in Software development.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit.

Participate in the new product development process.
Work with firmware engineers to communicate with embedded devices.
Work with systems engineers to calibrate and certify new and existing products.
Work with internal customers to resolve bugs on new and existing products.
Write unit tests and stress tests for validation of software performance.
Assist in testing software releases for other members of the team.
Assists in collecting and processing data for our algorithm team.
Participate in software process improvement team.
Provides recommendations for user interface improvements.
Perform additional software and engineering support activities as assigned.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to organize and analyze data and communicate findings effectively.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Familiarity with C#, c++/CLI, native c++, CUDA, Azure Devops, and / or Visual Studio is preferred.
Experience in Matlab or Python programming is preferred.
Experience with user interface design with Winforms and WPF is preferred.

What You’ll Gain

Real world experience developing new products in a fast-paced environment while supporting existing products and production lines.Hands-on experience supporting software engineering operations in a global technology company.Exposure to production processes, manufacturing engineering practices, and operational improvement initiatives.Opportunity to lead and contribute to projects that deliver measurable business results.Mentorship from experienced Software Engineers.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across Operations, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems Engineering.Practical knowledge that supports academic studies and prepares you for a career in Software development.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit.