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Sonova Group

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    Engineering
  • Hannover

AI generated summary

  • You must study a relevant field, have 20 weeks available, know acoustics and machine learning, code in Python, and work well in teams with good English skills. Advanced students preferred.
  • You will support speech dataset recording, investigate voice data augmentation, examine feature suitability, and train neural networks for speech signal processing with limited resources.

Requirements

  • You will study either electrical engineering, computer science, communications engineering or a comparable course of study. We prefer if you are already in an advanced course of study (from the 4th semester)
  • You have at least 20 weeks for your internship with us
  • You have basic knowledge of acoustics, audio recording technology, machine learning and digital signal processing
  • You have basic programming skills. Python (especially PyTorch/Tensorflow, NumPy), C (bonus)) would be preferred
  • You are interested in embedded systems
  • You work in a goal-oriented and independent manner
  • Working in a team is important to you and you show a high level of teamwork to support our product development teams in the best possible way
  • We are an international company and employ people from all regions – your good English skills round off your profile

Responsibilities

  • As part of various development projects, you will support us in the following tasks:
  • Recording of a speech dataset for training neural networks
  • Investigations on the augmentation of voice data with sources of interference
  • Examine features considering their suitability for different form factors
  • Training neural networks for speech signal processing with limited resources

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

We require students to have at least 20 weeks available for the internship.

What academic background is preferred for this internship?

We prefer candidates studying electrical engineering, computer science, communications engineering, or a comparable field, ideally in an advanced stage of their studies (from the 4th semester).

What kind of projects will I be working on during the internship?

Interns will support various development projects related to ML-based audio signal processing, including recording speech datasets, examining data augmentation techniques, and training neural networks for speech signal processing.

What programming skills are required for the internship?

Basic programming skills in Python, especially with PyTorch/TensorFlow and NumPy, are preferred. Knowledge of C is a bonus.

Is experience in acoustics or audio recording technology required?

Basic knowledge of acoustics, audio recording technology, machine learning, and digital signal processing is required.

Will I be working independently or in a team?

The internship involves both independent work and teamwork, as collaboration with product development teams is essential.

What are the language requirements for this position?

Good English skills are required, as the company employs people from diverse international backgrounds.

Are there opportunities for further studies after the internship?

Yes, there is an option for a subsequent thesis after the internship.

How would you describe the company culture?

The company offers an open corporate culture with exciting tasks, support from experienced experts, and opportunities to work within international teams.

Does the company have an equal opportunity policy?

Yes, Sonova is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring fair treatment in regard to employment and opportunity regardless of various legally protected statuses.

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Sonova Group

Our vision is a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling new products to offer the optimal solution for an ever growing consumer base through our globally diversified sales and distribution channels, including our well established global audiological care business. With a presence in over 100 countries and more than 16,000 employees, we leverage our global infrastructure and local roots. We aim for an inclusive work environment and culture that fosters a good balance of family and work-life for everyone. Our workforce is made up of 110 nationalities across 4 generations. We are pleased that 51% of all positions involving staff responsibilities are held by women. In 2006, Sonova founded the non-profit Hear the World Foundation, which seeks to give children living with hearing loss access to audiological care in low- to middle-income countries.