Android Platform Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to join their team in Plantation, FL. This role involves designing and developing state-of-the-art microprocessor-based digital communication systems for federal and public safety markets. Interns will participate in all software development phases, including requirements capture, design, implementation, and testing, utilizing mature processes like TDD and Agile methodologies. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to critical communication systems that enhance public safety and enterprise operations.

Must Have

• Design and develop state-of-the-art microprocessor-based digital communication systems.
• Involved in software development phases: requirements capture, design, implementation, and test.
• Conduct phases using mature software development processes like TDD & Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of Java, Android Studio and Android SDK.
• Embedded software development using Object Oriented Design.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Must be a US Citizen, permanent resident, or MS student with work authorization.

Good to Have

• Knowledge of C / C++.
• Knowledge of Python.
• Knowledge of software development in the Linux kernel.
• Knowledge of Agile / Scrum development methodology.
• Knowledge of Test Driven Development.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written.

Company Overview

​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. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

This position is for a Software Engineering Summer Internship at Motorola Solutions in Schaumburg, Illinois / Plantation, Florida. Motorola Solutions is the market leader in delivering large scale communications systems for the federal and public safety markets. These systems support the mission critical communications needs of organizations such as Police, Fire, EMS, DEA, Customs and Border Patrol, as well as many others. You will work with one of the groups that develop and test software for products at the core of Motorola Solutions communications systems.

Job Description

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations:

Software Engineers at Motorola Solutions are involved in the design and development of state of the art microprocessor-based digital communication systems. Software development phases include requirements capture, design, implementation and test. These phases will be conducted using mature software development processes such as TDD & Agile methodologies.

Specific Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of Java, Android Studio and Android SDK
• Embedded software development using Object Oriented Design
• Knowledge of C / C++, and / or Python is a plus
• Knowledge of software development in the linux kernel is a plus
• Knowledge of Agile / Scrum development methodology is a plus
• Knowledge of Test Driven Development is a plus
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written

Basic Requirements

• Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in one of the following degree programs : Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering.
• Must be a US Citizen, permanent resident or be an MS student with work authorization (F1 Visa on CPT accepted only for masters-level students).

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Intern

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.

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About Us

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

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. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.

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