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ABB is hiring an intern in Shanghai, China. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

Level's read on this job

Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions C, Python and Rtos among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as an internship.
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AI in this role

Implement and improve firmware for smart instrumentation products using C, C++ and Python during a temporary work placement.

cpythonrtos

firmware-developmentunit-testingembedded-systemsdevice-drivers

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain vocational experience through a temporary work placement. Each day, you will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting ABB’s operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The work model for the role is: {onsite}

You will be mainly accountable for:

Implement and improve firmware for instruments products
Write design and test case documents
Do unit test and assist test engineer to verify functionality
Maintain existing code and improve code quality
Support and fix issues in production
Support system test

Other tasks by supervisor

Qualifications for the role

the fourth-year of student or above, major in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation, Measurement and Control, or other equivalent fields
Experiences on C/ C++ and Python language, MUST
Experiences on firmware development is big plus
Driver (IIC，SPI，UART，ADC) development under RTOS system, HW knowledge is big plus
Willing to learn new knowledge, self-motive, team sprit

More about us
The Measurement & Analytics Division is among the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of smart instrumentation and analyzers, working at the heart of industrial digital transformation. The Measurement & Analytics Division’s portfolio consists of analyzers measuring compositions of gases and liquids; instrumentation measuring process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level; force measurement solutions measuring parameters such as flatness, thickness, and tension; and advanced digital solutions for device management, device health check and predictive maintenance. The Measurement & Analytics Division serves key industries such as oil and gas, chemical, water and wastewater, power, hydrogen, batteries, as well as the marine industry. The Division enables the optimization of industrial processes by providing and analyzing data collected from sensing and smart measurement devices. Parameters such as emission levels and production inputs are measured by providing ‘before’ and ‘after’ values, enabling efficient operations and environmental sustainability through measurement.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

intern at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

intern is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Shanghai, Shanghai, China.
The job was posted on October 28, 2026.
Seniority: intern.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Firmware DevelopmentUnit TestingEmbedded SystemsDevice DriversCPythonRtos

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where firmware development was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where unit testing was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where embedded systems was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where device drivers was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used C in your day-to-day work.

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List these exact terms on your resume: Firmware Development, Unit Testing, Embedded Systems, Device Drivers, and C. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
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