Software Engineer Intern, Embedded Systems

Teamwork makes the stream work.

Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

Build the future of streaming with real ownership

Join Roku’s 12-week Graduate Internship and accelerate your growth by solving complex engineering problems that power the world’s leading TV streaming platform. You’ll ship code, learn from senior engineers, and see your work make a visible impact for customers globally.

Why this program stands out

High-impact work, not side projects.  You’ll be matched to a scoped, production-grade project aligned to real business outcomes.

Clear success metrics.  Define and track  KPIs  with your team, so progress and value are obvious from day one.

Senior mentorship.  A dedicated senior engineer supervises your journey and gives you direct, actionable feedback.

Velocity + autonomy.  Expect rapid iteration, ownership of decisions, and a culture that favors building over bureaucracy.

Tech breadth + depth.  Exposure to  Core OS ,  Cloud Infrastructure ,  Advertising Technology ,  Platform Portability ,  Advanced Development , and  ML —with opportunities to go deep where you’re strongest.

Global collaboration.  Partner with experts across the US and internationally (including Cambridge) on cross-functional initiatives.

What you’ll be doing

Own a scoped project end-to-end :  design, implement, test, and ship.

Define, agree, and track KPIs  that measure technical and business impact.

Collaborate effectively  across engineering, product, and partner teams to deliver outcomes.

Share learnings  broadly—write, demo, and document insights to level-up others.

Leverage modern tech  including innovative AI applications where relevant to your project.

We're excited if you have

• Pursuing a  MS preferred  in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Previous development internship experience
• Strong fundamentals in  data structures, algorithms, OOD , and systems design.

Practical experience in  C / C++ , Python, Bash, developing / debugging on Linux based  embedded systems

Program details

Duration :  12 weeks, Summer 2026

Locations :  Boston, San Jose, New York, Austin (on-site expectations vary by team)

Project matching :  Based on your skills, interests, and team needs—clearly defined, challenging to complete, and easy to start.

Career visibility :  Understand what full-time life at Roku looks like through mentorship, collaboration, and showcasing your outcomes to engineering leaders and peers.

How to apply

Ready to build at streaming scale? Let’s talk.

Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k) / pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

Accommodations

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to .

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.