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Garmin

GPS devices, wearables, maps, fleet solutions

Software Engineer Intern - Aviation Web Development

InternshipUpdated on 10/7/2026Deadline 9/4/27
No salary listed
Bachelor's, Master's
Middlebury, CT, USA
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Requirements
  • The candidate must be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a field relevant to the essential functions of the job.
  • The candidate should have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 as a general rule.
  • The candidate must demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • The candidate must have relevant experience and/or training in Angular, JavaScript, or other languages relevant to Garmin’s business needs.
  • The candidate must have relevant experience and/or training in data structures or object-oriented design methodology relevant to Garmin’s business needs.
Responsibilities
  • Learn to develop software in Angular, JavaScript, or other selected languages for Garmin aviation products in accordance with Garmin’s software development methodology, with guidance.
  • Learn to test software using debuggers, emulators, simulators, and logic analyzers.
  • Learn to perform software releases and software quality assurance activities.
  • Learn to perform maintenance activities for products already in production, as well as new product software design.
  • Integrate, use, and provide feedback on products in development when possible as part of normal job responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications
  • The candidate should be pursuing a master's degree in Geomatics, Aerospace, or Software Engineering.
  • The candidate should have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 for outstanding academics.
  • Previous experience working in a team environment is desirable.
  • A background in aviation or prior interaction with pilots or flight operations is desirable.

About the company

Garmin creates GPS-based hardware and wearables for consumers and businesses, spanning fitness, outdoor, aviation, marine, and automotive markets. Its core products include smartwatches, fitness trackers, and navigation systems that use GPS, sensors, and connected services to track health data, provide navigation, and connect to maps and apps. Revenue comes from selling hardware, software and services such as digital maps and fleet management, and through APIs and SDKs that let developers build on Garmin technology. What sets Garmin apart is its broad, integrated ecosystem: a wide range of specialized devices for different industries, deep mapping data, and developer tools that enable custom applications and fleet solutions. The company’s goal is to deliver dependable navigation and health/tracking experiences while enabling partners and customers to extend Garmin technology through software and services.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Olathe, Kansas

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • Garmin posted Q2 2026 revenue of $2.02 billion and raised full-year guidance.
  • On September 22, 2026, Garmin shipped hands-free voice control and adaptive Run Coach.
  • Varia RearVue 820 launches October 16, 2026, extending Garmin's cycling safety moat.

What critics are saying

  • Suunto's September 2025 Texas patent suit targets Garmin watches; trial reaches 2027.
  • Suunto seeks a permanent injunction that could block U.S. Fēnix and Forerunner imports in 2027.
  • Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Pixel Watch 4 compress Garmin's premium smartwatch pricing power.

What makes Garmin unique

  • Garmin's vertical stack spans wearables, aviation, marine, and navigation hardware.
  • Fēnix 9 and Enduro 3 showcase Garmin's battery-first, rugged, multi-band GPS advantage.
  • Garmin Connect, Run Coach, and Epic deepen switching costs across training workflows.

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PR Newswire
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We're grateful to the NMEA membership for this recognition and remain committed to supporting the dealers, installers and boaters who rely on Garmin every day." -Dave Dunn, Garmin Senior Director of Marine & RV Sales Since first earning NMEA's top honor in 2015, Garmin has expanded its marine electronics portfolio with solutions spanning navigation, sonar, trolling motors, communication, safety, audio, lighting and connected boating technologies. This year's recognition reflects Garmin's ongoing commitment to developing products and services designed to help customers get more out of their time on the water. 2026 Garmin Product of Excellence Awards * MFD: GPSMAP(R) 9227 At 27 inches, this is the industry's largest integrated 4K resolution touchscreen chartplotter. Garmin has earned the MFD category win for 12 consecutive years. * Autopilot: Reactor(TM) 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with SmartPump v2 Recreational autopilot system with AHRS technology. This continues Garmin's 14-year winning streak in the autopilot category. * Marine Safety Device: Garmin OnBoard(TM) System Wireless MOB detection and engine cutoff system. Garmin earned the top honor in the marine safety device category for the second consecutive year. * Live Sonar: LiveScope(TM) Plus System See images clearly with improved resolution, reduced noise, clearer images and better target separation. * AIS: Cortex(R) M1 Hub Communication hub with smartAIS(R) transponder and remote vessel monitoring. This honor extends Garmin's AIS category streak to three years in a row. * Satellite Communication Antenna: inReach(R) Mini 3 SOS satellite communicator[1] with a color touchscreen display. This is Garmin's third straight win in the satellite communication antenna category. "These awards showcase the very best in marine electronics technology. Every year, our members and certified installers select products that they trust and rely on to deliver performance, safety, and innovation on the water." -Mark Reedenauer, NMEA President and Executive Director Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual Newsroom, email our press team, connect with @garminmarine on social media, or follow our blog. | [1] Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow applicable laws in jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used. | About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, GPSMAP, Cortex, SmartAIS and inReach are registered trademarks, and Reactor, OnBoard and LiveScope are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Notice on Forward-Looking Statements: This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. 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The Fitness Falcon
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Garmin's new running plans and fitness features: what changed in September 2026.

Garmin's new running plans and fitness features: what changed in September 2026. * BY Dinesh * September 30, 2026 * 0 Comments * 10 Views Quick answer. Garmin's September 22, 2026 software announcement adds quick running workout suggestions and new Garmin Run Coach plans with run/walk and lower-volume options. Garmin says the plans adjust daily using health and recovery metrics. These are software updates for select compatible devices, not a new watch launch. The running changes. Quick workouts let a runner enter a desired time and intensity to get a tailored suggestion. The expanded Run Coach plans can target an event, a milestone or general fitness. Run/walk sessions and lower-volume plans may make the feature more practical for beginners or runners returning after a break. Daily adaptation is a manufacturer feature description. Garmin has not shown in this announcement that the new plans outperform a coach or another plan in an independent trial. Follow the plan as a tool, and adjust for pain, illness or schedule. Other September features. Garmin also announced hands-free "Okay, Garmin" voice commands on compatible watches, an Indoor XC Ski activity profile and Edge Enduro ride profile improvements. Venu 4 gained fall detection, which requires a paired smartphone for assistance messaging. Availability varies by model. The named device families include fēnix 8, Forerunner 570 and 970, Venu 4, vívoactive 6 and compatible Edge computers. The announcement points to a detailed device matrix; check your exact model and installed software before expecting a specific feature. How to use a plan sensibly. Pick a target you can sustain, then review the first two weeks of scheduled volume. If a run/walk plan asks for more than you can comfortably complete, use its lower-volume option or reduce the target. Treat recovery metrics as context, not a guarantee that today's assigned pace is safe or optimal. If you are choosing between devices, separate training software from sensor accuracy. The readiness and accuracy guides in this cluster explain why those are different questions. Who the new plan options may help. Run/walk workouts can give a new runner a manageable way to build time on feet. Lower-volume options can suit someone with limited training days or someone returning after a break. Quick workouts may help when you have a fixed 20- or 30-minute window and want a session matched to a chosen intensity. These are use cases inferred from the announced features, not evidence that the software improves race times. A plan can adapt daily only to what the device knows. If you did a hard gym session without recording it, or if the watch misread sleep, the recommendation may miss useful context. Add your own check: are you sore, ill or unusually tired, and does the assigned session still fit your week? Check compatibility before expecting a feature. The press release names several watch families but does not say every feature reaches every model. It directs readers to a device-by-device software list. Check your exact watch, region and current software in Garmin Connect or Garmin Express. A feature may roll out gradually or have requirements beyond the watch itself. The Venu 4 fall-detection change is a separate safety feature from the running plans. Garmin says assistance messages require a paired smartphone. It should not be described as a guaranteed emergency-response service. Likewise, the Edge Enduro ride-profile update applies to compatible cycling computers, not automatically to the watches named in the announcement. Set up a first month that you can judge. Pick a realistic goal and record your normal weekly running time before starting. For the first two weeks, judge the plan by consistency and how hard easy sessions feel, not by a single readiness score. If the plan steadily increases work beyond what you can recover from, choose a lower-volume path or adjust the goal. If you miss a day, resist cramming every missed workout into the next one. The September update is useful because it offers more ways to fit running into real schedules. Whether it is the right plan for you depends on the progression, your history and the feedback you give it. A coach or clinician may be needed for recurring pain, rehabilitation or a more individualized competitive plan. What changed compared with an ordinary static plan. A printed schedule might assign the same Tuesday workout regardless of what happened on Monday. Garmin says its new Run Coach plans can adapt daily using health and recovery data, while quick workouts begin with the time and intensity you choose. That flexibility is the meaningful September change. It is still your job to decide whether the suggestion fits the larger goal and your actual circumstances. A beginner could choose a lower-volume run/walk option, complete the first week, then look at how easily they recovered between sessions. An experienced runner with a race date could use the adaptive plan as a starting point and compare its volume with their established training history. Neither runner should assume that a daily algorithm knows about unrecorded gym work, a new ache or an unusually stressful week at work. Related fitness falcon reading. Sources and evidence. Disclaimer All content on this website is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice in any field, including but not limited to health, fitness, nutrition, wellness, finance, legal, technology, or lifestyle. While The Fitness Falcon strive for accuracy, The Fitness Falcon make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information. Any action you take based on this content is at your own risk. 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