Sensor Research Internship

Starkey Canada•Eden Prairie, MN

About The Position

The Biosensor Research and Development Intern contributes to Starkey’s ongoing biosensor research and development efforts while gaining industry experience. The role explores emerging technologies and helps turn ideas into prototypes, experiments, and innovations for the hearing-aid industry. The intern supports research that may improve users’ lives and contribute to future products. A final report and presentation to the group will be used to assess achievements, technical aptitude, and successful completion of the internship. The position is based in normal office and laboratory conditions, with travel less than 10% of the time. The intern must be familiar with various engineering tools and instruments.

Requirements

Be enrolled in an engineering program at an accredited college or university; electrical engineering and biomedical engineering are preferred.
Have completed sophomore year through completion of junior year.
Have a basic understanding of research methods and hypothesis testing.
Have basic knowledge of analytical tools and data interpretation.
Have basic skills with MATLAB, Python, Octave, or other analytical tools.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Have good written and verbal communication skills.
Have good people skills.
Be familiar with various engineering tools and instruments.

Nice To Haves

Electrical engineering or biomedical engineering program.
Basic understanding of statistical analysis.
Experience in biomedical research.

Responsibilities

Perform active searches and evaluations for emerging technology.
Investigate the feasibility of new technologies while considering design limitations.
Model, simulate, and prototype to demonstrate feasibility.
Guide the design of test fixtures and test strategies.
Write reports for proposals, experiments, processes, and evaluations.
Apply appropriate research methods and experimental design to explore new ideas and features.
Analyze and interpret experimental results in the context of scientific discovery and user benefit.
Manage experimental documentation and procedures, including writing protocols and final reports.
Explore new technologies and research directions that can contribute to Starkey’s research portfolio and hearing-aid industry innovations.
Support internal innovation initiatives, including contributing to the corporate intellectual property portfolio.
Create and file patentable inventions.
Support internal corporate and department guidelines.
Check and verify product and process quality.
Support corporate health and safety objectives.
Adapt productively to changes and handle other essential duties as assigned.
Deliver a final report and presentation to the group.