Basic Information
- Curriculam: BTech
- Name: R K Sai Mayura
- Current Year of Study : 4th
- Year of Internship: 2025
- **Role during Internship **: Embedded Software Intern
- Duration: 10 weeks
- What kind of roles/companies were you primarily aiming for?: I was primarily interested in digital design and embedded software
Motivations
I enjoyed Microcontrollers Lab in my fourth semester which offered hands-on experience with the 8051 microcontroller. The curriculum, which transitioned from assembly language to C programming, was effective in building a strong foundation. This involved implementing core microcontroller concepts like interrupt service routines, data acquisition, and the simulation of real-time embedded environments. Unlike conventional software development, this involved direct hardware interaction through low-level tasks such as memory manipulation, register configuration, in addition to navigating hardware limitations, sensor integration, and I/O management.
This practical experience made me curious about what embedded software actually means in industries. I was fascinated by how all the different parts of a device are coordinated through embedded software to work together as a complete system. This role was a perfect chance to explore that complexity firsthand and gain real-world experience in industrial embedded systems.
Resources
got in through wish
Main Topics
Microcontrollers theory and lab content, basics of DSA and operating systems
Selection process
wish test, interview, pio
Road-blocks
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Work during internship
My main project was to design and implement an application on the ethernet peripheral cpsw.
Overall Internship Experience
My internship experience at Texas Instruments was good. The work culture stood out as one of the best I’ve encountered—team members were always approachable, supportive, and genuinely invested in each other’s growth. Unlike some companies where interns are given peripheral tasks, TI assigns meaningful, hands-on projects that are typically handled by full-time employees. Every intern I spoke with worked on technically substantial and engaging projects.
The goal wasn’t just to complete a project, but to deeply understand the underlying systems and contribute thoughtfully. The environment was friendly and welcoming, making it easy to settle in. Work hours were flexible, and as an intern, I never felt undue pressure—just encouragement to learn and grow.
Beyond work, the campus itself was vibrant. The Texins building offered facilities for sports and recreation, and a serene lake next to the office made evening walks especially calming and enjoyable.
Networking opportunities
There was also a great deal of freedom when it came to networking. Interns were encouraged to interact with members from other teams, and since many of our co-interns were placed in different domains, we naturally gained a broad perspective on the diverse roles across the company. Additionally, we had the opportunity to attend sessions with senior leaders, where they shared their personal journeys and why they chose to build their careers at TI.
Connecting with my team leader and manager was easier than I expected—they were approachable, supportive, and always open to discussions. Their guidance played a key role in making my experience both productive and enjoyable.
Reccomended or not
Yes, definitely. This internship gave me a strong understanding of the role embedded software plays in the semiconductor industry. As mentioned earlier, the people and the culture make TI a truly exciting place to experience core corporate world