Summer Intern – Software Engineering, VR Domain

Novi, MI

Internship

Onsite

$21/hr - $38/hr

Intern

HARMAN International is a global, multi-disciplinary team transforming the automotive experience through technology. The Software Engineering intern will focus on developing, testing, and validating software as part of the HMI/VR team, contributing to advancements in in-vehicle infotainment and safety.

Responsibilities

Run Speech automation in various languages/noise conditions and analyze test results
Conduct in-vehicle speech/HMI testing and identity functional and recognition accuracy related issues
Analyze customer and internal requirements and specifications and translate these into software designs
Analyze existing embedded software to add features, make modifications, find root cause, and/or port to different platforms
Tests software designs and code at the unit and system level to ensure that all requirements are met, and the highest software quality is achieved
Participates in internal design reviews throughout the program
Coordinates software validation activities with the software team leader
Identifies product requirements or performance issues and Works with the software team leader on resolution
Communicate with peers inside the HARMAN group to coordinate software development

Qualification

Required

Completed coursework in Software, Electrical, or other related engineering fields
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to confidently interact with and present information to senior leaders and executives
Must work collaboratively with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
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
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
Be able to work 40 hours per week

Preferred

Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong understanding of C/C++/Java
Understanding of Android and LINUX
Working knowledge of coursework software engineering
Interest in the audio or automotive industry

Benefits

Paid sick leave
Medical benefits

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things.

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Founded in 1980

Stamford, Connecticut, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.harman.com/