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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Firmware/Hardware Design Student - **Company:** Daktronics - **Location:** Brookings, SD, United States - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Signal Integrity, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Test Scripts - **Published:** August 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers-daktronics.icims.com/jobs/7491/firmware-hardware-design-student/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-336145328 ## About the Role * The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credits. * Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. * The preferred applicant will be in their sophomore or junior year of school. * Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable GPA, preference to 3.0 GPA or greater. * Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application. Other Requirements: * Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self-motivation. * Good problem solving and critical thinking skills. * Ability to work with odors (solder/coating). * Follow company policies. * Work with little supervision. * Regularly and reliably work scheduled hours. * Fluent in English, both written and verbal. * Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. * Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position. Desired traits * Programming knowledge in C, C++, Python, and/or VHDL/Verilog. * Familiarity with a multi-meter and high-speed oscilloscope. * Ability to communicate complex technical concepts. * Shown ability to work collaboratively on projects or with a partner/team. ## Description Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting-edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events, attract customers worldwide, and guide people in their daily lives. At Daktronics, you'll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices. You'll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position, ensuring you feel supported and are successful. What will the work look like for me? We will expose you to multiple facets of the embedded world. You will experience a professional business environment where you can sharpen your problem solving and testing skills and grow in your design abilities and processes. With your academic growth in the classroom, we seek to provide multiple experiences during your student career at Daktronics, which may mean rotating to different job responsibilities. * Troubleshoot existing designs. * Assist in manual testing of hardware and software. * Prototype verification, such as: + Determine circuit parameters (i.e. ohms). + Taking measurements with a multi-meter and high-speed oscilloscope. * Create test reports. * Characterize video source components (i.e. cable length). * Signal integrity testing. * Documentation to support designs, fixtures, and procedures. * Develop and support applications using C, C#, C++, VHDL/Verilog, and/or Python programming languages. * Leverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate debugging, documentation, and exploratory analysis. * Design and implement test fixtures and procedures. * Complete quality work in a timely manner. * Perform other projects and duties as needed to meet customer expectations. ## Related Videos - [Are Classical Automation Frameworks Dead? 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