2026 Canon Insights Summer Internship - New Business Development and Product Planning Intern

Canon U.S.A., Inc.•Melville, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship opportunity is exclusively available to graduate students currently enrolled at Carnegie Mellon University who participated in Canon's 2026 Capstone Project. The program will be held from Monday, June 1, 2026 - Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Canon is an innovative global digital imaging leader that uses technology to dissolve the barriers we face in the connections we build, the experiences we create, and even the lives we live. We are looking for passionate and experienced students to join the Canon USA team. This is a paid summer internship 10-week robust experience based in our Melville, New York Headquarters. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience by participating in significant work projects that help you learn, develop business skills, and provide a meaningful contribution to Canon's business and goals. You will be exposed to world-class teams and our business, marketing, and strategy initiatives through training, meetings, presentations, and other planned activities. You’ll gain marketable skills and knowledge that you’ll need in transitioning into the workforce. You’ll come to the office 3 days a week and 2 days with the option to work from home (unless a specific business need arises requiring in-office attendance on other days). This position offers a hybrid work schedule on full-time (9 AM – 5 PM) schedule based on a 35-hour work week. Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.

Requirements

Enrolled graduate student, pursuing a Master's degree aligned with the department of interest.
Strong communicator—both written and verbal—with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Chat, Calendar and Drive).
Ability to thrive as a collaborative team player while also working independently with confidence and enthusiasm.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Majors/Programs: Business, Design, or Technology-related disciplines (e.g., Integrated Innovation, Business Psychology).
Participant/Experience in the Carnegie Mellon University Capstone Project.
Strong strategy, UX/research background
Experience with frameworks like customer journeys and service blueprinting.

Responsibilities

Realization of the Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) capstone proposal (EOS Webcam Utility Pro project), supporting the following areas:
Develop the Starter Kit for the EOS Webcam Utility Pro.
Revamp the product web pages.
Software enhancements/improvements based on the capstone thesis.

Benefits

A beautiful Headquarters facility, which has consistently received awards for its many modern amenities on a 52-acre campus.
Free coffee.
“Dress for Your Day” attire program – Casual dress, including jeans is permitted!
Access to the on-site fitness center with locker rooms.
A dedicated peer buddy who will serve as a mentor during your internship experience.
Learning and professional development opportunities.
Opportunity to network with top-level Canon business leaders.
Exclusive training with industry leaders on Canon equipment.
Volunteer opportunities serving our local community.
Opportunity to participate in exclusive focus groups.
A chance to be featured on Canon’s social media sites.
#CanonIntern Swag!
Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else
medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation