Research & Development (R&D) Intern

Description

Element started in 2007 with a simple belief - every home should have access to TVs with the latest technology. After a few years, we decided to do more; in 2014, we opened our factory in Winnsboro, South Carolina, making Element the only major television company assembling TVs in the United States. The benefits for our customers quickly followed, including higher quality products, better customer service and fewer store returns. Our South Carolina team provides meticulous hand-assembly and quality checks, resulting in TVs that we are proud to sell to our friends, neighbors and families. Today, we continue to push ourselves and have expanded our product range of electronics and home appliances while providing customers with the latest technology, but at the most accessible prices. We have offices in South Carolina, Minnesota and Arkansas, and are continuing to grow our impact in our communities and industry. You can find Element products at your favorite retailers, including Walmart, BrandsMart, MicroCenter, Costco, Meijer, P.C. Richard & Son, Sams Club and more.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer Intern to join our R&D team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the consumer electronics sector, specifically focusing on TVs, sound bars, projectors and monitors. The intern will also work closely with product managers, engineers, and designers to understand how research and development contributes to various stages of the product development process, from concept to prototype validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development Support: Assist in the development of new products and features, including prototype evaluation and design validation activities.
• Technology and Market Research: Conduct research on emerging technologies, industry trends, and consumer preferences related to TVs, soundbars, projectors, monitors and other consumer electronic products.
• Prototype Testing and Evaluation: Assist in the testing and evaluation of prototypes, documenting performance metrics, test results, and user feedback.
• Documentation Support: Help create and maintain technical documentation, test reports, development logs, and engineering change records.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, product management, and quality, to support product development initiatives.
• Data Analysis: Analyze test results, performance data, and user feedback to provide insights that support product design improvements and development decisions.
• Presentation Preparation: Assist in preparing technical presentations and reports for internal design reviews and stakeholder meetings (Walmart, Microcenter, BrandsMart, etc.). 

What We Offer:

• Hands-On Experience: The opportunity to work on real, go to market projects and contribute to product development efforts
• Mentorship: Guidance from experienced professionals in the consumer electronics field, with team members that have worked across multiple business environments
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry leaders and fellow interns

Requirements

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Mandarin/Spanish Speaking is preferrable. We have many suppliers from all across the world, multi-lingual ability could help to blend in smoother and quicker.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with consumer electronics and an understanding of how products are built. Experience using software such as Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, and other standard office systems
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly in front of a large group
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute positively to team dynamics with confidence to share their findings and ideas
• Passion for Technology: A genuine interest in consumer electronics and emerging technologies within the field

Additional Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments with or without notice.

• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or experience.
• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Element TV Company, LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Element TV Company, LP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Element TV Company, LP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Element TV Company, LP’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.