About the role#
As a Presales Systems Engineer intern, you will work alongside Communication Systems Engineers to design radio communication solutions. You will support projects from the initial conceptual phase through final implementation. This role involves consulting with customers to define their requirements and crafting technical strategies that meet their specific needs. You will be expected to operate as a professional, taking ownership of your technical development and project tasks.
What you'll do#
- Develop technical strategies and generate customer proposals.
- Coordinate the design and planning of solutions using advanced technologies.
- Provide technical support throughout the pre-sales phase.
- Select antenna sites and perform coverage, frequency, and interference analysis.
- Design system architecture and select equipment.
- Present proposed solutions directly to customers.
- Manage implementation planning, system staging, and acceptance testing.
- Keep sales teams and customers informed about current technology offerings.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma.
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program with a graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Plans to return to school in the Fall of 2027.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely (sponsorship is not provided).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex topics to non-technical audiences.
- A self-motivated approach and the ability to maintain focus in pressured environments.
- Knowledge or experience in radio systems, RF, wireless, broadband, microwave, networking, or communications networks (MPLS, Ethernet, TCP/IP) is a plus.
- Certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA, or Amateur Radio/HAM are desirable.
- Previous experience working with customers is helpful.
Location & details#
- Locations: Brentwood, TN; Alpharetta, GA; and various sites in Georgia and Florida.
- Modality: Hybrid, with 2-3 days on-site per week.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Travel: Under 10%.
About Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions provides communication and security technology for public safety and enterprise clients. The company develops two-way radios, video cameras, and software for monitoring and data analytics. It operates globally with headquarters in Chicago. The organization employs over 28,000 people and functions as a public company.
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