Intern - Software Test Engineer - 2026

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Software Test Engineer Intern reports to the Software Quality Assurance Manager on the Software Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will be actively involved in supporting exploratory test efforts development testing and troubleshooting StreamCaster software network and hardware defects.

This internship is full-time fully onsite Monday through Friday at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in the heart of vibrant West LA.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

As a Software Test Engineer Intern you will gain hands-on experience and contribute to the quality assurance of our products by:

• Executing exploratory tests against defect reports new features and bug fixes.
• Developing scripts and tools to aid product testing and troubleshooting.
• Participating in release regression testing.
• Leading high priority debugging efforts.
• Adhering and contributing to upholding software usability and quality standards.
• Performing other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• In-progress Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields.
• Coursework or project experience that demonstrates foundational skills in software development with Python C/C++ or related languages.
• Demonstrated understanding of software testing practices (unit integration system testing) gained through academic projects internships or personal work.
• Basic understanding of computer networking concepts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and troubleshooting technical challenges.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug testing.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience developing for one or more of Windows Linux MacOS Android or Bare metal environments.
• Experience writing scripts with Bash Python or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with tools like Wireshark TCPDump and Minicom/Putty.
• Familiarity with web browser development tools for inspecting network requests.
• Familiarity with mesh networking.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Familiarity with electrical or RF instrumentation and design.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Indoor air-conditioned facility.
• Lift equipment up to 50lbs. for set-up of demonstrations and testing.
• Walking/Moving in the lab.

CA Pay Range: $28.60 - $33.80 / hourly [in-progress Bachelor’s degree]

CA Pay Range: $42.00 / hourly [in-progress Master’s degree]

• In-progress Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug testing.

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

What We Do

About Motorola Solutions | Solving for safer Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations.

Why Work With Us

We are a global family of driven dynamic people who inspire and support everyone around us to be the best version of themselves. We embrace a “people first” philosophy – and are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of caring and inclusiveness. Are you ready to join our team and be a part of a close-knit community in a big company?

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