Research Intern – Audio and Acoustics

Research Intern – Audio and Acoustics Description - At HP, we understand that user experience is key to creating intuitive, innovative, and beautiful product experiences that people love to use and welcome into their home or business. We strive to learn and understand our users’ needs, behaviors, and emotions to yield insights that inform product strategy and guide the design of the experiences we create. About the opportunity: Measure, quantify, and benchmark acoustic response for audio products, devices, and electronic components Define target curves representing sound quality for audio devices Tune system response for audio products Design and simulate audio-related technology (i.e. Artificial Intelligence) Build POC, prototypes and working models Build and maintain database repository for the business Data analysis Responsibilities: Test audio products and devices Conduct scientific research on acoustic-related technologies (i.e. spatial audio) Organize and maintain database Assist the acoustic team with setting up tests, audio tuning, and data analysis Education Currently enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s degree electrical engineering, Acoustics Experience and skills needed: Understand standard methods for measuring and analyzing audio devices Hands-on experience with audio analyzers, headphone measurement fixtures, couplers, and microphones Experience tuning headphones and other integrated audio systems Experience using Matlab, Python, or equivalent for audio signal analysis, system modeling, and data visualization Knowledge of psychoacoustics and sound quality evaluation The pay range for this position is $28 to $37 per hour (applies to US candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits: HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for US Interns working at least 20 hours weekly, including: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Long term/short term disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Life insurance Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure 13 paid holidays 15 days paid time off ( US benefits overview ) Available hours are pro-rated based on hire date and scheduled hours The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Job - Administration Schedule - Full time Shift - No shift premium (United States of America) Travel - Relocation - Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s). Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence. For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "