Software Engineering Intern

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls Team:    

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025. 

What we offer:    

• Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to; 401k, Medical, Dental and Vision care – Available day one    

• Unique opportunity to meaningfully contribute alongside experienced professionals early in your career   

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment  

What you will do:

We are striving to make our buildings more autonomous, saving energy and reducing our carbon footprint.   You will be working with product managers, software developers, and testers to validate the product we are providing to our customers that meets their expectations.   In this role you will be gaining experience as a software developer / test engineer, working with PC's, servers, and our Johnson Control devices to validate that the product works.  

How will you do it:

• Work part time while going to school for up to 8 to 16 hours per week, or 40 hours per week in the summertime.

• Acquire a basic working knowledge of Johnson Control products and the competitive environment in which we perform. A good working knowledge of Control applications and products can be developed.

• Working with a team of Quality Assurance people to derive test steps to test not only the software side of the product but also the hardware.

• Working with the hardware, with some basic electrical skills to connect equipment for power and communication.

• Assist in the programming of the automated test tool while performing the tests necessary to qualify our product for customer use.

• Working with automated test leads to identifying efficiencies through automation. Maintain communication with the test team and leader.

• Be enthusiastic, self-motivator, and fast learner

• Be aware of and adhere to the corporate and departmental policies and procedures, especially those pertaining to standards of business conduct

What we look for:

• You must be enrolled in school and be taking at least 9 credits to apply for this position. We are looking for candidates who are in their sophomore year.

• At least 1 to 2 years actively pursuing a BS in Computer Science. Should be proficient with either Visual Basic, Python, and have some skills in C++, C#, or other software development. 

• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team.

• Energetic and Driven type attitude, to do what it takes to get the task completed.

• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers and the appropriate applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $ $24.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.