Worker Sub-Type: Student (Fixed Term) Job Description: Let your imagination go wild! At QNX, we’re at the heart of the world’s most advanced embedded systems—from space cameras and nuclear reactors to autonomous vehicles and robotic medical devices. Our real-time operating system (RTOS) is the trusted foundation behind these innovations. As a co-op student on our Field Application Engineering team, you’ll join a group of creative minds tasked with designing, building, and showcasing innovative applications using QNX technology. After completing a hands-on course in QNX application programming, you’ll receive hardware and software development kits and dive into one of several exciting demo platforms—like an autonomous RC car, a scuttlebot, or a robotic medical arm. Or maybe something entirely new that you help invent! You will have the opportunity to enhance your software and hardware skills, to work with field application engineers worldwide and, if all goes well, to create a viral video of your wild invention for the world to see. Location: Ottawa, ON Length of Term: 4 or 8 Months What you will do Research QNX technology and its application usage Conceive, develop, and execute an embedded software and hardware project plan Build a hardware prototype that uses the software your team has developed Record and present your demonstration internally and at external events where applicable Document your research and demonstration Who we are looking for Currently enrolled in a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering program of study with an emphasis on software development Strong communication skills Proficiency with the C language, and scripting languages e.g. Python Comfortable working with Linux and Windows development environments Above and beyond Knowledge of Operating System fundamentals Experience with hardware development kits like Raspberry Pi, or Beaglebone Black Knowledge of Agile development methodology Why Join QNX? Mentorship & Learning: Access to professional development courses, mentorship programs, and our on-demand learning platform Wellness Support: Access to events that support physical, mental and financial wellness. We host wellness sessions, fitness courses, discounts to local gyms and offer a 24/7 Employee Assistant Program (EAP) Collaborative Culture: Highly collaborative teams and a supportive workplace environment, with organization-wide events and a student social committee Employee Perks: Enjoy snacks, beverages, and discounts at local stores, restaurants, and gyms Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) is a trusted security software and services company that provides enterprises and governments with the technology they need to secure the Internet of Things. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, the company is unwavering in its commitment to safety, cybersecurity and data privacy, and leads in key areas such as artificial intelligence, endpoint security and management, encryption and embedded systems. You couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry. Whether you are a Co-op or a Graduate, we know your first job matters, and a career at BlackBerry can take you anywhere you want to go. At BlackBerry you will find that the pace is fast, the challenge exciting and the rewards are extremely satisfying. If you want to push the boundaries of mobile experience, then we want you to join the BlackBerry team. ©2025 BlackBerry. All right reserved. BlackBerry® and related trademarks, names, and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran Disabled BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@blackberry.com or contact our HR department by calling 1-519-888-7465. We will reply to your request as soon as possible. Federal Employment Law Posters: EEO is the Law Employee Polygraph Protection Act FMLA Federal Contractor Postings: E-Verify Right to Work EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency HELPFUL LINKS: Contact Us Application Process Careers FAQ Return to Job Listings
