Summer Intern Acoustic Engineering, Microphones and Sensors

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

• Combine ingenuity in-depth research and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

• Advance in-vehicle infotainment safety efficiency and enjoyment

About the Role

As an acoustic engineering Intern on the Automotive Microphones and Sensors team you will be working with R&D engineers to contribute to the development of acoustic and vibration sensors and sensing technologies for automotive applications including for example active noise cancellation (ANC) road noise cancellation (RNC) acoustic beamforming voice communication and acoustic pattern recognition. You will have opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges by developing simulation models building engineering prototypes and conducting laboratory measurements.

What You Will Do

• Develop acoustic and vibration sensor prototypes along with test fixtures for laboratory evaluation.

• Perform acoustic and/or vibration measurements and complete data postprocessing.

• Build simulation models to understand sensor behavior and critical design parameters.

• Explore potential application scenarios for new sensors and sensing technologies demonstrating feasibility through experiments and simulations.

• Stay current with automotive sensor technologies and applications by reviewing technical literature and participating in internal and external technology forums.

• Write technical reports to document simulation and experiment findings results etc.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Completed one or more courses in Mechanical Vibrations Acoustics/Electroacoustics Signals and Systems or smart materials (e.g. piezoelectric materials) or related subjects.

• Able to collaborate effectively within a team demonstrating strong interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills while also being selfmotivated and capable of working independently when needed.

• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to confidently interact with engineers and management and present technical information clearly.

• Demonstrates genuine interest or passion for sound and vibration and/or audio engineering.

• Pursuing a degree in Acoustic/Audio Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a closely related science or engineering field.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office tools including Excel Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience with engineering modeling tools and programming such as COMSOL MATLAB and/or Python.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with mechanical and/or acoustic testing such as structural vibration measurements soundfield measurements and analog/digital audio recording.

• Handson experience with mechanical/electrical hardware prototype development for example 3D designs and printing basic PCB soldering etc.

• Working knowledge or completed coursework in electroacoustic transducers (e.g. accelerometers microphones) and/or piezoelectric sensing is a plus.

• Working knowledge or coursework in digital signal processing is a plus.

What Makes You Eligible

• Must be currently enrolled in a related Bachelors 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 or higher

• Be willing to work in a hybrid office environment with occasional requirements to be in our Novi MI location

• 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

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment allowing for hybrid work for positions/tasks that can be performed outside a HARMAN location

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL HARMAN Kardon AKG etc.)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

Pay Transparency

Freshman: $21.00
Sophomore: $23.00
Junior: $25.00
Senior: $27.00
Master: $32.00
Doct: $38.00

Dependent on the internship offered pay is based on factors including without limitation the applicants level of education and business need.

Benefits

HARMAN is interested in your health and wellbeing and offers benefits designed to support your wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your relationship with HARMAN and may include paid sick leave and medical benefits.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.