At EmbededSystems.do we place great importance on creating opportunities for young talents to grow in a professional environment. Below we share the story of a Computer Science student named Kamil, who joined our team for a one-month internship.
What are you studying and why?
I am studying Computer Science at the Maritime University of Gdynia. I chose this field because it seemed very interesting and future-oriented. I believe that even today, in the era of artificial intelligence, the human factor will still be needed.
What interests you most in this field?
At first I was focused on creating websites. But when I got to know this topic from the inside, I became more interested in IoT, a field that includes technologies, concepts and solutions that enable different physical devices to connect to the internet and to each other to collect, exchange and analyze data.
Why did you choose our company for your internship, and how did you find us?
I found out about the company through personal contacts. I was looking for an internship related to my studies, and this company turned out to be a great match with what I was learning at university.
What was your first day at the company like? What were your first impressions?
At the beginning, I was nervous. This was my first office job — before that, I had only worked part-time jobs, for example as a waiter. This internship was a completely new experience for me, with different hours, dynamics, and expectations. I remember the first week well — although it was very demanding, I needed some time to adapt. In the end, I realized that this way of working suits me, and I will aim for similar experiences in the future.
What projects or tasks did you work on during your internship?
During the internship, I was assigned to a project to create a mini refrigerator controlled by a PLC LOGO8 controller. The idea was that we had a Peltier cell — a device that produces heat on one side and cold on the other. This was combined with fans and a chamber, all controlled by the PLC and a simple web server.
Did you have the chance to use your university knowledge in practice here?
Absolutely! The way I contributed to the project during the internship matched very well with what I had learned at university.
What new things did you learn during the internship?
I gained practical skills such as soldering and creating electrical schematics. That was something new for me, and I’m glad I was thrown in at the deep end because it taught me a lot.
Another new experience for me was working based on assigned tasks and completing them step by step — I found this to be very effective. On top of that, I expanded my electrical knowledge, thanks to Paweł, who guided me throughout the entire internship.
How do you evaluate the team atmosphere? Did you feel like part of the company?
Even though the internship lasted only one month, I never felt excluded. The team made sure I was not left out. They regularly checked on my progress, asked if everything was going well, and made sure I understood everything. Every day at 1 p.m., we had a tradition of going out to eat together.
Was there a moment that particularly stuck in your memory?
Yes, after the first week, when I managed to complete the most difficult part — the electrical schematics, which I had never done before — I felt a great sense of satisfaction. A similar feeling came when I assembled all the components for the first time. I had never had the chance to do this manually on my own, and it gave me unforgettable satisfaction.
Did the internship influence your career plans?
My career path did not change. The tasks I worked on during the internship matched my areas of interest — the same topics I am focusing on at university and in my engineering thesis. The internship reinforced my conviction that I want to continue in this direction.
Would you recommend an internship at our company to other students? Why?
Definitely! I would recommend this internship to other students — it is a great opportunity to grow in a cool company.
Do you have any advice for future interns?
My advice is: don’t be afraid to ask questions!
