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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 and Mechanical Engineering Intern for in-vehicle audio experience in the EPIC team, you work with the design team to help create the future of automotive car audio technology. This role will leverage Harman's brand technology leadership to apply brand-relevant technologies to cars to create world-class automotive audio systems.
What You Will Do
Provide technical support to internal and/or external staff in the industrialization of functional items in a multi-national environment
Assist with Mechanic engineering in CAD, specifically CATIA
Participate in ME part design and fabrication.
Support concept ideas, brainstorming, and design review process
Create assembly documents to support installation of prototype parts
Assist with 3D printing and post-processing of prototype parts
Assisting in the realization of customer and Harman requirements into practical design.
Technical support for the industrialization of functional items in a vehicle environment.
Assist in the product testing and implementation in concept cars
Work with cross-functional product development teams
Participates in automotive & technology forums
Conduct mechanical design of prototype parts in an automotive environment.
What You Need to Be Successful
Must have taken courses in Mechanical Engineering
Must have skills in CAD engineering, CATIA preferred
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to confidently interact and present information to senior leaders and executives
Must work collaboratively with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills in a global team environment
What Makes You Eligible
Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program at an accredited institution having completed your Freshman 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, MI
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
Must provide own housing and transportation to/from work
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
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.