2026 Intern, R&D Planning & Operations (Summer)
About The Position
In this role, you will work with a cross-functional team that supports all SRA technology labs with project & program planning and operational needs. You will work closely with leadership and SRA community to generate & promote internal innovation opportunities for future products and services. You will influence potential collaboration opportunities with academic institutions, partners and leading companies in Silicon Valley. You will provide project/program/event management support for all SRA labs. You will develop analysis and insights for SRA’s strategic direction and identify emerging social and technology trends relevant for the North America market.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a Management, Business or Technology field (e.g. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, other etc.), or Business/Management at a top ranked University or an MBA/Ph.D. or MoT candidate with past technology work experience
- Knowledge of emerging technologies in multiple verticals
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about innovation management facilitation emerging technologies and finding “the next big thing”
- A fast learner with an entrepreneurial attitude and a keen eye for new disruptions
- A self-motivated critical thinker with the ability to execute at a high level
- Excellent communicator (written, spoken, graphic, etc) with the ability to influence & inspire explain the business implications of new technologies
- Technical knowledge of market trends and emerging technologies
Responsibilities
- Identify future technologies that enable Samsung to deliver new and exciting business value to consumers
- Perform research on new emerging, frontier technologies/ topics and evaluate the associated product and business opportunities for SRA
- Maintain a solid understanding of broad technology trends, while also being able to keep a pulse on the current market dynamics and competitive landscape
- Ideate new services and products that go beyond Samsung’s existing consumer product lines
- Identify the strategic partners & institutions that Samsung/ SRA can collaborate with to expedite research & development of new ideas
- Build and deliver project roadmaps, go-to market strategies, and executive presentations on ongoing initiatives
- Develo0070 a strong understanding of Samsung Electronics’ consumer business and our competition’s SWOT
- Ability to manage long term vision with immediate needs
- Can quickly pivot & adapt to changing priorities
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Career Level
Intern
