Firmware Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027

Job Description

Are you an aspiring engineer with a passion for play and the LEGO universe? Join the LEGO Creative Play Lab for a co-op in Boston for Fall 2026 to redefine the future of play for the builders of tomorrow.

Core Responsibilities

• Apply first-principles reasoning (OS theory, computational complexity, resource utilization) to break down problems into their fundamental components before jumping to solutions.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electronics, and mechatronics teams to develop new technologies.

• Assist in root-cause investigations by capturing data, running simple tests, or reviewing failure modes.

• Takes initiative by proactively starting tasks, seeking information/feedback, moving work forward and asking thoughtful questions.

• Communicate progress, blockers and findings clearly to the engineering team.

Play your part in our team succeeding

Creative Play Lab is an ambitious, future‑focused innovation hub inventing radical new play opportunities and never‑seen‑before experiences for LEGO® fans of today and tomorrow! As a multidisciplinary discovery organization, the team pushes the boundaries of what play can become, using bold experimentation, advanced technologies, and deep insight into how kids play to imagine meaningful, next‑generation experiences. Their mix of creatives, innovators, researchers, engineers, and technologists rapidly transforms curiosity into tangible concepts, redefining the future of play and ensuring LEGO® play remains at the forefront of creativity and joyful exploration.

Do you have what it takes?

• Enrolled in a computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering program.

• Prior co-op experience in computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering.

• Experience with software/firmware engineering tools including revision control, IDEs, etc.

• Skills in programming with the C and Python languages.

• Programming embedded systems using JTAG or similar devices.

• Experience with hardware debugging tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic or bus analyzer, etc.

• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, etc.

• Enthusiasm for early-stage ideation, concept development through designing for mass production and life cycle support.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with global design hubs in Denmark, London, and Singapore.

• A builder with passion for creatively using technology as a vehicle to deliver truly incredible play experiences to children around the world!

Hybrid working model

This position will be based at 1001 Boylston St. in Boston, MA. Our workplace enables our LEGO® colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3 day in the office hybrid model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues.

The hourly wage for the position has a range of $0.00 - 41.70 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of any benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.

No relocation or housing provided for this opportunity

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What’s in it for you?

Here are some of what to expect:

Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace – You'll find this at the top of this advert and when you join the team, we'll confirm this with you.

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

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Just imagine building your dream career.

Then make it real.

Join the LEGO® team today.