Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
Job Posting Start Date 05-08-2026 Job Posting End Date 05-12-2026
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, this Summer, we're looking to add a Software Engineer Intern located in our Farmington Hills, MI site.
Reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager, the student will assist with daily software engineering tasks while learning, collaborating and working alongside Engineers and cross-functional teams.
What a typical day looks like:
- Design, document, build and test new software applications
- Assess new application ideas
- Develop applications (coding, programming)
- Support embedded software development activities (C/C++ or Python), including unit testing and debugging
- Help integrate and test software with hardware platforms (ECUs, evaluation boards, test benches)
- Participate in system verification, validation, and test automation
- Attend team meetings and support project work as needed
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- Currently enrolled student pursuing a degree in Software Engineering or Computer Engineering
- Strong Communication Skills (verbal and written), enjoys working in teams
- Organizational, Analytical, and Problem-Solving skills and Resourcefulness are a must
- Integrity and genuine willingness to help
- Testing and Debugging, Linux & Python skills
- Strongly preferred: hands-on experience with schematics and trouble-shooting
- Available to work 40 hours/week (in-person) for 10-12 week Summer assignment
- Currently enrolled in accredited university
- 3.0 minimum GPA
Intern
Relocation: Not eligible
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Woman founded/led
- Unconscious Bias Training