Summer Intern - Car Audio Strategy

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

* Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

* Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

* Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

As a Summer Intern on the Car Audio Strategy & Business Management team, you will act as an individual contributor focused on applying artificial intelligence to improve business planning, strategic analysis, and team efficiency.

This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world strategy work while partnering closely with senior team members to research, test, and deploy AI-enabled tools that enhance decision-making. In this role, you will report to the Director of Strategic Alliances.

What You Will Do

* Create an AI Playbook to support the Car Audio Sales & Strategy team, outlining practical applications of AI in business planning and strategy development.

* Research how leading technology companies leverage AI in strategy, forecasting, and operational planning, and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

* Collaborate with Business & Strategy team members to identify opportunities to improve efficiency through AI tools and workflows.

* Develop best practices for using AI in scenario planning, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.

* Build or support AI agents to monitor competitor activity, consolidate insights from multiple sources, and integrate findings into strategy discussions.

* Evaluate AI capabilities in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and related productivity tools, and train team members on key learnings.

* Support improvements in file management, operational trackers, and documentation processes to enhance team efficiency.

What You Need to Be Successful

* Strong interest in business strategy, market analysis, and technology-driven problem solving.

* Comfort working with AI tools and digital platforms, with a willingness to experiment and learn new technologies.

* Ability to organize information from multiple sources into clear, concise insights and recommendations.

* Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.

Bonus Points if You Have

* Experience using or experimenting with generative AI tools or building simple AI agents.

* Coursework or projects related to strategy, analytics, artificial intelligence, or business technology.

* Proficiency in working with Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and other data analysis tools.

What Makes You Eligible

* Must be currently enrolled in a related Bachelor's Degree program or higher 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, and 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 and be able to work 40 hours per week

What We Offer

* Flexible work environment, allowing for hybrid work for positions/tasks that can be performed outside a HARMAN location

* Access to employee discounts on…