Software Engineering Co-op
Posted on 9/11/2025

Emerson Electric
Compensation Overview
$25 - $27/hr
Shakopee, MN, USA + 1 more
More locations: Eden Prairie, MN, USA
In Person
Work must be performed in-person at a Twin Cities location (Shakopee, Chanhassen, or Eden Prairie, MN).
If you are a software engineering student looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Shakopee, Eden Prairie, or Chanhassen, MN locations, as a Software Engineering Co-op (Jan26-May26) you will work as an integral part of a team responsible for developing world-class Software for measurement & analytical instrumentation.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Apply technical expertise, commensurate with formal training and job experience in the design and development of embedded firmware
- Prepare detailed plans, generally spanning several weeks to months, necessary to complete assignments.
- Troubleshoot and debug the Software using unit tests, Emulators, Simulators, IDE, and bench testing
- Provide process improvements & recommendations
- Work with internal cross-functional teams to understand firmware requirements
- Perform functional integration testing prior to hand-off to the test & evaluation team
- Conduct software design reviews on assigned projects
Who You Are:
You balance planning with actions. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You make new connections and build relationships in other areas and teams. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering or Science from an Engineering School (students of any class status will be considered)
- Zero (0) years of related experience
- Ability to work full-time (40 hours) per week in-person at a Twin Cities location (Shakopee, Chanhassen, or Eden Prairie, MN)
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Prior internship experience
Our Commitment and Culture To You:
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary/pay range for this role is $25.00 - $27.00 per hour, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives – because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth an delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including monthly housing allowance, paid holidays, employee choice hours, paid sick time, and paid volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured internship program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
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