Comcast Software Architect Co-op
Job Summary
Program Overview Comcast’s Drexel Co-op Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build lasting connections, and grow professionally in a dynamic and inclusive environment. This paid, 6-month immersive experience places students at the heart of our business, working alongside talented professionals on meaningful projects that contribute to real outcomes. As a trusted member of the team, you’ll gain exposure to the inner workings of a global media and technology company while developing skills that will serve you well in any career path.Job Description
Your experience will include:
- Hands-On Learning & Impactful Work: Tacklereal businesschallenges, collaborate across teams, and contribute ideas that drive results from day one.
- Community, Connection & Giving Back: Build meaningful relationships through social events, peer engagement, and shared experiences.You’ll alsohave the opportunity togive back through Team UP, Comcast’s volunteer initiative, deepening your connection to both your community and your fellowstudents.
- Mentorship & Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals through our dedicated mentorship program, helping you navigate yourco-opand beyond.
- Professional Development:Participatein a custom onboarding experience, a curated learning series, and networking events designed to help you build new skills, explore career paths, and gain insights from professionals from across the organization.
At Comcast,we’recommitted to investing in the next generation of innovators and leaders. OurCo-opProgram is a transformative experience designed to help you grow, connect, and take the next step in your professional journey.
Organization& TeamOverview
The Access Technology & Systems Engineering team is a diverse collection of professionals who work with a variety of organizational roles ranging from software engineering teams whose software integrates with analytics services, network architects and engineers, to some of the leading broadband experts who have pioneered the current and future DOCSIS, PON and Ethernet broadband access technologies.
Role Description
Do you like big challenges and working within a highly motivated team environment? This role will allow youto work in a technicallyexcitingdomain and be part of a team that thrives on big challenges, results, quality, and agility and willbe responsible forkey components leading to the success of ourtechnologyevolution. Work with hardware engineers, network architects, and software engineers in the development of our next generation, industry leading access network.You will be working with these industry leaders increatingandmaintainingautomated laboratory test procedures in the development and roll-out of leading edge DOCSIS 4.0 and Fiber Optic Communications networks. Throughoutdeploymentyou will also bemonitoringand evaluating the quality and performance of the network components and overall network. Success in this role is characterized bythe creation ofqualitysoftware and ensuringthrough automationproduct defects are captured before the products are deployed in the field.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop automation scripts/programs to evaluate product and network performance
- Help coordinateoverall software developmentusingGithubfor software control and maintenance
- Use AI tools and “vibe” coding for software development
- Interface with electrical test equipment for automated measurements
- Use data analytics to evaluate large scale network performance and test results
PreferredSkills
- Python Programming;Proficiencyin Python development
- Basic ML models for time-series analysis and anomaly detection
- Familiarity with querying data from large scaledatabases,ieMongo
- Understanding of fundamental networking concepts
- Working knowledge of electricaltestequipment
- Experience working with AWS cloud services
- Proficiencyusing Git-based workflows via GitHub
- Experience with Jenkins and CI/CD automation (preferred)
- Preferred Majors:Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering
MinimumQualificationsand Eligibility Requirements
- Programming/scripting experience including Python
- Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and presentation arerequired
- Passion to learnnew technology
- Currentlypursuing a bachelor’s degree from Drexel University, with a cooperative learning track.
- Available to work40 hoursper week for 6 months startingSeptember 22,2026,throughMarch 26, 2027.
- Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship needs
- Available to report in-person to the work location on the job posting
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Relationship Building; Professional Etiquette; Accountability; Teamwork; Communication; Resilience
Salary:
Base Pay: $32.00
The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Relevant Work Experience
0-2 Years
Our Benefits
We’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits to help you live your best life:
- Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay.
- Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
- Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more!
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