New

Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineering

Harman
sick time, tuition reimbursement, remote work
United States, California, Northridge
Feb 09, 2026
Description & Requirements About the Role We are looking for a part-time Mechanical Engineering Intern with a background in mechanical engineering to join our team in Northridge. As a member of our team, your primary roles will be to assist with hands-on assembly, test, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems, acoustic tuning, and prototype speaker assemblies. What You Will Do Constructs, tests,and troubleshoots prototype and production loudspeakers and subassemblies using schematics, parts lists or verbal instructions and established testing guidelines, and reports progress back to the appropriate Mechanical or Acoustic Systems Engineer. Supports Systems Engineers and Engineering Leadership in the development of new products and sustaining engineering. Prepares for lab tours and presentations. Other projects that may be assigned. What You Need to Be Successful Be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Sophomore year or later, or graduate/Ph.D. program at an accredited institution. A degree in a related area of work with courses in Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Audio Production, Music, or related fields. Product application knowledge for technology products in audio. Strong oral and written communication skills and be able to confidently interact and present information to leadership. Work collaboratively with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Working knowledge of SolidWorks and 3D printing. Bonus Points if You Have Some experience in a recording environment. Some experience in content creation Experience with immersive audio. What Makes You Eligible Provide own housing and transportation to/from work in the Northridge, CA office Possess unrestricted work authorization Be open to working in the Northridge, CA office (hybrid option available; flexibility to come into the office on short notice when needed is appreciated). Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment. Must provide work availability from 12 weeks between May 2026 - August 2026 and be able to work 40 hours per week What We Offer Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer 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 Competitive wellness benefits Tuition reimbursement "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development. Pay Transparency : Dependent on the internship offered, pay is based on factors, including without limitation, the applicant's level of education and business need. 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. Freshman: $21.00 Sophomore: $23.00 Junior: $25.00 Senior: $27.00 Master: $32.00 Doct: $38.00 #LI-NP1 You Belong Here HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want. About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected. Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today! Important Notice: Recruitment Scams Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', '@careers.harman.com' or 'harmanglobal.avature.net' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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.HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) Apply