HARMAN International · 2 days ago
Summer Intern – Sound Quality Benchmarking, Experiential R&D
Novi - Michigan, USA - Cabot Drive
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $38/hrHARMAN International is a technology leader focused on innovation and teamwork. The Experiential R&D Department is seeking an intern to assist in controlled listening tests to measure sound quality for automotive audio systems, contributing to performance targets and system optimization.
AudioConsumerConsumer ElectronicsDSPElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Execute the HARMAN Benchmarking process
Assist with the creation and implementation of sound quality listening tests
Gather in-vehicle acoustic measurements
Provide support for proper testing documentation, data entry, and database maintenance
Train listeners on process and deliver training to internal Harman employees
Assist Engineering and Sales in developing sound quality performance targets
Work alongside teammates in Germany, Japan, India and China toward a common goal and maintain a global database
Qualification
Required
Must have taken courses in or closely related to Engineering, Acoustics, Audio, Computer Science, Data Science, Sociology, Psychology, or Statistics
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to confidently interact with and present information to senior leaders and executives
Must work collaboratively with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Interest in the audio or automotive industry
Results orientated mindset
Must be currently enrolled in a related Bachelor's Degree program or higher at an accredited institution having completed your Sophomore year or later, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter before participation in the internship program, and returning to school for at least one semester upon completion of the internship program
Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA
Be willing to work in an office in Novi, Michigan
Able to provide your own housing and transportation to/from work
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
Must provide full work availability from May 18, 2026 through August 7, 2026 and be able to work 40 hours per week
Preferred
Demonstrated experience leading projects to completion
Benefits
Paid sick leave
Medical benefits
Company
HARMAN International
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.
Founded in 1980
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2016-11-14Acquired
1986-11-21IPO
Leadership Team
Darrin Shewchuk
Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications
Christian Sobottka
President and Chief Executive Officer at HARMAN International
Recent News
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