What You Can Expect

As our Software Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience with C, C++, C#, and Python programming, embedded systems, and design validation. You will work in a fast-paced environment developing software tools for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, and effective management of competing priorities.

This internship opportunity is based in Houston, TX, and spans three months, from January 5, 2026 to May 29, 2026. You will report to the Vice President, CTO  

• Develop and test software for using C/C++/C#
• Collaborate with Software, Electrical and Test Engineers
• Write technical documentation for software and electronic hardware systems
• Follow software quality assurance practices
• Assist with estimating assignments

What You’ll Bring

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, electrical, software engineering, or a related field
• You have a foundational understanding of programming concepts and an interest in embedded systems and software development
• You will gain the opportunity to develop your ability to read and write programs in C, C++, and C#
• You will get exposure to scripting languages such as PERL, Python, or similar tools used in automation and testing
• You will get exposure to software configuration management systems, including tools like Subversion
• You will get exposure to hardware test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
• You will gain the opportunity to work with embedded microprocessors and apply software debugging techniques
• You will have the opportunity to work independently on assigned projects and contribute to hands-on engineering tasks

Additional Details

• The intern should be available to work 20–30 hours per week, with two in-office days per week for the part-time (20-hour) schedule
• Interns must be enrolled students in good standing at the commencement of the intern semester
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Hourly Range:  $23.50 - $39.50 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.  We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.