Software Engineering Intern

Do you want to be part of a business that genuinely values entrepreneurialism , innovation and individual accountability? We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries. Title Software Engineer Intern Department Engineering Location Niwot (100% on-site) Reports To Software Engineering Manager About Us Established in 1972, Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader for micro-contamination monitoring equipment improving the performance of clean manufactures in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. We're a growing technology company in Niwot, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We offer an exceptional and rewarding work environment in a great place to live. Our employees enjoy challenging projects in the development and manufacture of light scattering particle counters and diverse technologies and applications. Your Impact We are looking for a Software Engineer Intern who will contribute to the success of the Engineering Team, applying their knowledge in Software Engineering to support the achievement of team and company goals and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate effectively with colleagues and cross-functional teams, demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality and continuous improvement. The Role As a Software Engineer Intern, you will collaborate on highly technical products with a team of dedicated engineers and scientists from various disciplines. Under the guidance of your manager and assigned mentor, you will develop and implement engineering solutions for product enhancements and new development projects. As a member of a cross-functional team, you will play a key role in providing software engineering solutions related to gas and liquid particle counting systems. Job Responsibilities Supporting research, new product development, and sustaining engineering activities Designing, testing, and debugging software and/or firmware with support from your functional manager and assigned mentor Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and other related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the company Required Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering as a third- or fourth-year student or enrolled in a graduate program Coursework in programming, data structures, and software engineering Experience with serial and ethernet protocols Strong analytical skills Self-directed and able to collaborate as part of a cross-functional team Excellent technical problem-solving skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to follow detailed direction Must be at least 18 years of age Authorized to work in the United States Work Environment & Physical Requirements This is a 40-hour per week, full-time, on-site position for the summer of 2026 (3 months) This role primarily operates in an office/lab/manufacturing environment. Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods of time Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. may be required Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role

Compensation & Benefits Salary:

$25 per hour Particle Measuring Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.