Job Description
What we are looking for
We are seeking innovators, collaborators, and problem solvers. Our interns do not shy away from a challenge, and are looking for a chance to create a real impact with our company. Avery Dennison’s Internship Program has a single business focus to cultivate future talent for our rapidly growing organization. With a concentrated blend of experiential on-the-job learning, a dynamic environment, access to business leaders, and a supportive team of co-workers, peers, and supervisors, the Internship Program will provide you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and collaborate on a number of strategic projects.
We’re seeking a Firmware Engineering Intern to join our business in North America during the summer of 2025 on our Hardware Engineering Team. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that integrate with our RFID, IoT and intelligent labeling systems. You will collaborate with cross functional teams to design, develop and test firmware for a range of hardware devices. Our summer internship program serves as a talent pipeline for our Early Careers Program throughout the organization.
We are considering individuals who are excited about working in our state of the art facility in Sayre, PA.
What you will be doing
Assist in the design, coding and testing of firmware for embedded systems focusing on RFID and loT devices.
Support debugging and troubleshooting efforts to resolve issues with hardware and firmware
Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of firmware with electronic systems
Participate in code reviews and provide input to improve overall system performance and reliability
What sets us apart
Avery Dennison’s Summer Internship Program is unlike any other with its emphasis on networking, community and support. From Day 1, networking is encouraged, promoted and expected within the program. As you are on-boarded with other summer interns and Early Careers Program associates from various tracks, you quickly develop a community of individuals all committed to make sure you have what it takes to succeed.
A core component of the curriculum is the peer mentoring program. Paired with an Early Careers Associate or program graduate within the organization, the program focuses on the transition from college to corporate, leveraging strengths and defining your early career path.
In addition as an organization that values diversity and inclusion, we welcome our Summer Interns to take an active role in our Employee Resource Groups(ERG’s). ERG’s are a group of employees that help advance and promote diversity, cultural awareness and an inclusive work environment. Some of our ERG’s are Black Employee Resource Group (BERG), Elevate(Women’s Leadership Development), NEO Chinese Association, Unite(LGBT+), Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG) and Voz Latina.
Internships at Avery Dennison are paid and relocation assistance is available to those that qualify.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Hands on experience with cutting edge technologies in loT, RFID and intelligent labeling
A collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions will have real-world impact
Opportunity to work with a global leader in the industry and gain mentorship from experience professionals
Qualifications
What you will need to bring to the program
Avery Dennison has a long history of being an industry leader. Your history is important to us. It should include the following:
Education
Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering ( junior status) or Master’s degree with a focus on Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
Bachelors and Masters degrees must come from an accredited US institution. Sponsorship is not available at this time. Students must be domestic.
Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, and real time operating systems (RTOS)
Proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems
Basic understanding of communication protocols such as SPI, 12C, UART or CAN
Preferred Experience
Previous internship/co-op experience or relevant work experience
Experience via student organizations, such as Engineers without Borders, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Society of Chemical Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers etc.
Volunteerism or similar activities
*Must have reliable transportation to and from work in Sayre, PA
*Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Travel
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity Statement
Avery Dennison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Avery Dennison is a global leader in labeling and packaging materials and solutions. The company’s applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major market and industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and 30,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers with insights and innovations that help make brands more inspiring and the world more intelligent.
Additional information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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