Summer Intern - Hardware Engineering

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, you'll 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

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's 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 a Hardware (HW) Engineering Summer Intern, you will contribute to the design and development of new display-based hardware. Activities will include circuit design, hardware debugging, verification testing, generation of documentation, and circuit simulation. This role will leverage your knowledge of analog and digital circuit design. You will collaborate with the team to support the various stages of the hardware development life cycle. In this role, you will report to the Hardware Development Engineering Manager.

What You Will Do

• Act as a valued junior HW engineer on the team.
• Continuously partner with colleagues in other developmental teams, e.g. mechanical, software, and systems engineering.
• Support the team in the creation of display and projection technology.

What You Need to Be Successful

• A thorough understanding of analog and digital circuit design.
• Proficiency with circuit simulation, schematic design, layout design, and circuit debugging.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Embedded software knowledge.
• FPGA design with understanding of VHDL or VERILOG.
• Understanding of optical engineering.
• Prior HW engineering intern experience.

What Makes You Eligible

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program 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

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 applicant's 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 to race, 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.