Summer Intern - Systems 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

Audio is your passion, and with Harman's Automotive solutions you will shape the ideas of tomorrow's automotive industry. In this role, you will help create the future of audio end-user experiences. With vehicle level knowledge and technical audio expertise, you will be a key contributor to the system integration of Harmans future automotive experiences.

As a system integration engineer for in-vehicle proof of concepts, you will be working closely with acoustic leads and electrical engineers, in planning and documenting hardware and software integration for proof of concepts. As part of this you will be a stakeholder supporting the fabrication team during the physical in-vehicle installations, system bring-up, software and system bench testing.

What You Will Do

• As part of the cross-domain system engineering team, you will be working on in-vehicle acoustics hardware and software integration for concept cars.
• Produce wring diagrams for systems, concepts, and prototypes.
• Bring up system bench for audio and UI component testing.
• Test and verify system lighting integration.
• Document project and system architecture
• Create HW & SW integration plans for concept builds and prototypes.
• Work together with internal and external partners from Audio, Software, Lighting, and Innovation teams
• Take part in the audio design and incubation of innovative vehicle networking, gateway, and technology concepts.
• Own and drive the physical in-vehicle system integration for Harman Automotive products, based on defined architectures and strategies.
• Support the fabrication team in the hands-on in-vehicle system integration and vehicle build.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Understanding of power distribution circuits, EMI, thermal design, rack layout, ground scheme, electrical design (noise, ESD, etc) for both analog and digital system.
• Understanding of audio system integration, high-speed networking, sensor, and audio measurement specifications.
• Knowledge of audio system componentry and design methodology
• Technical leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire people.
• Structured and analytical thinking as well as ability to think outside the box.
• Ability to create instructions and specifications that guides the engineering and fabrication teams to create the optimum in-vehicle system components installations.
• Creative and innovative problem solver and ability to adapt to dynamically adapt focus.
• Quick grasp and ability to quickly get used to new topics as well as a high degree of flexibility.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in executing R&D and innovation projects.
• Experience in audio electronics engineering within the field of automotive
• Passion for automotive experiences and technologies
• Background and skills within multiple of the following areas: audio concepts, power distribution, functional safety, vehicle-level system dimensioning and partitioning

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.