Alcorn McBride is a leading technology provider for the themed entertainment industry. We solve the unique challenges of this industry by working side-by-side with attraction designers and engineering creative solutions that get the job done right.

We’re looking for talented individuals that share our passion for the industry and the people involved. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong lasting relationships, solve challenging problems, and play a key role in building world-class attractions.

The Software Engineer’s primary responsibility is to design, develop and deliver robust software applications and accompanying firmware.  This position will work with the team to plan and support successful software releases in conjunction with the Alcorn McBride product roadmap.

You will be required to interface directly with customers regarding feedback on the software design. A portion of time will also be spent supporting customers using hardware products and software, either over the phone or in person.  You should have a positive attitude, a desire to achieve team goals, and enthusiasm for our brand.

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills and a positive team-oriented attitude

• 6+ years of experience developing GUI applications written in Qt or similar frameworks
• Extensive knowledge of C/C++
• Able to make software architecture decisions for a maintainable and high-quality code base
• Able to work in a collaborative environment

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated technical writing skills (manuals, knowledge base articles, etc.)

• An eye for aesthetics and a solid foundation in UX design

• Experience with unit testing frameworks
• Familiarity with Embedded Linux
• Experience with build automation tools
• Strongly held opinion on tabs vs. spaces

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

• A sense of humor

Responsibilities:

• Deliver robust software applications and accompanying firmware
• Support successful software releases
• Maintain high software quality by re-enforcing industry-proven development practices and balancing complexity and features
• Participate in the testing process through test review and analysis
• Provide technical support to customers

Working Environment

This is primarily an in-office position requiring heavy computer use. Occasional travel may be required to work with clients on job-sites, provide technical support, and fine-tune software design. Normal business hours are 9:00am to 6:00pm.

Compensation and Benefits

At Alcorn McBride, people are our most valued resource and we choose them carefully. This is a full-time salaried position. We offer unique benefits including fully-paid health insurance, fully-paid dental/vision, 401(k), and much more.

Location

Orlando, FL

Department

Sales/Marketing

Reports To

CEO (with cross-functional mentorship across Sales & Engineering)

About Alcorn McBride

Alcorn McBride designs and manufactures the show control, audio, video, and synchronization systems behind the world’s best themed entertainment experiences. For 40 years, we’ve partnered with creative teams, integrators, and operators to bring attractions, museums, and immersive environments to life – with technology that simply works and people who truly care.

Role Overview

This internship blends product marketing and customer communications in a highly collaborative environment. You’ll support product launches by helping translate complex technology into clear, compelling stories and developing materials that make our products easier to understand and adopt. Working closely with sales, engineering, and leadership, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to how innovative technology is positioned, introduced, and supported in the themed entertainment industry.

You’ll be part storyteller, part educator, and part product advocate — assisting in the creation of launch resources, product briefs, website updates, internal communications, and customer-facing content. Your work will help ensure our products are introduced with clarity, supported with strong resources, and represented consistently across the organization.

This role offers real responsibility and meaningful contribution, while providing mentorship and visibility across teams. Success in this internship requires strong organization, attention to detail, curiosity about technology, and a creative mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Product Marketing & Go-To-Market

– Support go-to-market planning for new products and major releases
– Assist in refining product positioning, messaging, and value propositions
– Help create launch assets including product briefs, FAQs, and sales tools
– Update website content, plan announcements, and develop campaign content
– Collaborate with sales, support, and engineering to help prepare internal launch materials
– Support internal product rollouts and release communications

Communications

– Contribute to blog posts, newsletters, and social media content

-Assist in preparing materials for trade shows, industry events, and educational sessions

Ongoing Product Storytelling & Adoption

– Help maintain consistency in product messaging across sales, marketing, and support
–  Assist in identifying common customer questions and develop content to address them

Feedback Loop & Internal Collaboration

– Work closely with Sales Engineers, Technical Content Developer, and Engineering to strengthen product understanding

Ideal Candidate

– Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple assignments at once
– Empathetic communicator who enjoys helping others succeed

– Collaborative and eager to learn in a cross-functional environment
– Curious about technology, themed entertainment, and how products go to market
– Experience with video editing tools, strong graphic design skills, and excellent written communication abilities

-Background or coursework in marketing, communications, business, engineering, or a related field preferred

Success Looks Like

-Well-prepared and organized product launch materials

-Clear, polished customer-facing and internal communications

-Increased clarity in how products are explained and presented

-Positive collaboration across sales, engineering, and support teams

-Demonstrated growth, initiative, and professional development throughout the internship

Role Summary

At Alcorn McBride, we build technology that quietly powers unforgettable experiences. This internship helps bring that technology to life through clear messaging, strong launch materials, and collaborative communication. The Product Marketing Intern supports product introductions that reflect our commitment to craftsmanship, clarity, and genuine partnership with our customers.