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Summer Intern - Acoustic Engineering

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Northridge

AI generated summary

  • You must be a current student in a relevant degree, with coursework in acoustics or audio, strong communication skills, and full availability from May to August 2025, plus housing and transport.
  • You will build, test, and troubleshoot loudspeakers, assist engineers with product development, prepare for lab tours, and manage additional assigned projects.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Sophomore year or later, or graduate/Ph.D. program at an accredited institution taking at least one class in the semester prior to the internship program and returning to school for at least one semester upon completion of the internship program.
  • Degree must be in related are of work with courses in Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Audio Production, Music or related fields.
  • Product application knowledge for technology products in audio.
  • Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to confidently interact and present information to leadership.
  • Must work collaboratively with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
  • Must provide own housing and transportation to/from work in the Northridge, CA office
  • Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Must provide full work availability from May 2025 to August 2025 and be able to work 40 hours per week.
  • Highly prefer candidates who live within a commutable distance.

Responsibilities

  • Constructs, tests, and troubleshoots prototype and production loudspeakers and subassemblies using schematics, parts lists or verbal instructions and established testing guidelines and reports progress back to the appropriate Mechanical or Acoustic Systems Engineer.
  • Supports Systems Engineers and Engineering Leadership in development of new products and sustaining engineering.
  • Prepares for lab tours and presentations.
  • Other projects which may be assigned.

FAQs

What is the location of the Summer Intern - Acoustic Engineering position?

The position is located in Northridge, California, USA.

What are the primary responsibilities of this intern role?

The primary responsibilities include assisting with hands-on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and prototype loudspeaker assemblies, as well as supporting Systems Engineers and Engineering Leadership in developing new products.

What educational qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in their sophomore year or later, or a graduate/Ph.D. program in a related field, and must return to school for at least one semester after the internship.

What fields of study are relevant for this internship?

Relevant fields of study include Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Audio Production, Music, or related fields.

Is previous experience in a recording environment necessary?

No, but previous experience in a recording environment and content creation is considered a nice to have.

What are the work hours and duration for this internship?

The internship requires full work availability from May 2025 to August 2025, with the expectation of working 40 hours per week.

Does the intern need to provide their own housing and transportation?

Yes, the intern must provide their own housing and transportation to/from work in the Northridge, CA office.

What is the pay rate for this internship position?

The pay rate is based on the intern's year of study, ranging from $21.00 for freshmen to $38.00 for doctoral candidates.

What benefits does HARMAN offer to interns?

HARMAN offers access to employee discounts, real-world work assignments, collaboration opportunities with talented teams, and an inclusive work environment that fosters professional and personal development.

What should applicants be aware of regarding recruitment scams?

Applicants should be cautious as HARMAN recruiters will only communicate from an '@harman.com' email address and will never ask for payments or personal financial information.

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Mission & Purpose

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!