Lab & Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Lab & Software Engineering Intern

Req ID: 47422

Job Location (Short): Tallahassee, FL, USA

Employment Type: Part Time

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

As our Lab & Software Engineering Intern, you'll play a key role in supporting Danfoss Turbocor's R&D Test Lab by helping develop, maintain, and improve the software, data, and instrumentation systems that enable reliable product testing and engineering innovation.

Your impact? You'll help ensure test data is accurate, accessible, and efficiently processed—supporting better engineering decisions, stronger product quality, and continuous improvement across our lab operations.

You'll collaborate closely with R&D engineers, lab technicians, and software developers while taking ownership of hands-on lab tasks and software contributions that move us toward a more efficient, data-driven, and innovative testing environment.

This is an in-person role, based in our Turbocor global headquarters in Tallahassee, FL.

Support laboratory gauge calibration activities, including routine instrument calibration, procedure updates, and accurate documentation aligned with company standards

Work hands-on with laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition systems by setting up, configuring, operating, and troubleshooting sensors measuring temperature, pressure, flow, power, torque, and related parameters
Assist with software maintenance and enhancements for existing test equipment using tools such as LabVIEW, C++, Java, MATLAB, and Python
Contribute to test system development by supporting backend services, databases, and data processing workflows, including report generation and historical data integration
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams while following safety, quality, and documentation standards to ensure reliable lab operations and continuous improvement

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Computer Science

Proficiency in programming with C++, Python, and MATLAB through coursework or hands-on projects
Exposure to software development concepts such as backend services, databases, or front-end frameworks, with interest in growing these skills
Willingness to learn LabVIEW and work with NI hardware and industrial control systems, including PLC communication
- Ability to work on-site in Tallahassee, FL from January 2026 through June hours/week in summer, 20 hours/week during fall and spring semesters), with strong attention to detail and a continuous-learning mindset

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.

• You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.

• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

• You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about—we think they're pretty great.

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Information at a Glance

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.