Compute Systems Software Intern - Fall 2025

Our work at NVIDIA is dedicated towards a computing model focused on visual and AI computing. For two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics, with our invention of the GPU. The GPU has also shown to be spectacularly effective at solving some of the most complex problems in computer science. Today, NVIDIA’s GPU simulates human intelligence, running deep learning algorithms and acting as the brain of computers, robots and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. We are looking to grow our company and teams with the smartest people in the world and there has never been a more exciting time to join our team!

This team develops and supports NVIDIA's embedded firmware for supporting CUDA, especially on our Compute GPU product line-up. The NVIDIA Data Center product line-up scales from single GPU add-in cards to full system DGX products, all built on developing technologies like PCI Express, NVLink, and NVSwitch. This work includes design, development, verification and maintenance of new software features, working with Architecture and hardware in defining upcoming products and working with customers on requirements and support.

What you'll be doing:

• As a Compute Systems Software Intern at NVIDIA, you will work on Linux kernel drivers and RTOS firmware for our Compute Professional Solutions products

• Software design for the next generation Compute GPU solutions

• Develop and maintain software features such as: clocks management, thermal and power management, telemetry, device initialization, memory management, performance optimization, device management (and reset)

• Supporting new hardware architectures

• Working with other internal worldwide teams (software, hardware, architecture, OEM support)

What we need to see:

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

• Strong programming skills in C and C++.

• Detailed knowledge of operating systems/RTOS internals including interrupt handling, scheduling, memory management and concurrency

• Understanding of various Linux driver models

• Experience with Firmware and Embedded Systems

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Prior work using Python for Automation and Test Frameworks

• Strong English written and oral communication skills to interface with other engineers (worldwide)

• A strong team player; self motivated and good attitude, combined with a drive to solve hard problems.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!

The hourly rate for our interns is 18 USD - 71 USD. Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

You will also be eligible for Intern benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis. ​

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.