Research and Development Intern

Summary

The Research and Development (R&D) Intern will support AMAROK's R&D Engineering team in developing, testing, and documenting next-generation industrial security technologies. Reporting to a member of the R&D Engineering team, this role offers hands-on experience in product innovation and development. The intern will assist in building prototypes, executing tests, documenting technical findings, and supporting ongoing engineering projects related to radio systems, terminal blocks, energizers, power systems, networking, and integration technologies.

This position is ideal for a quick learner with a passion for engineering, strong communication skills, and a desire to gain exposure to real-world product development and testing processes. This is an on-site, part-time internship with flexible scheduling around academic calendars.

Hourly Compensation Range: $15.00-$19.00. Compensation is determined based on competitive market data, experience, skillset and geographical location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

R&D Project Support

• Assist engineers in assembling and testing prototypes and systems related to AMAROK's security technology solutions.
• Document test procedures, results, and modifications in technical formats for engineering use.
• Support troubleshooting and debugging efforts across hardware and software components.

Product Testing & Validation

• Participate in performance testing, reliability checks, and failure analysis of in-development components.
• Record and organize test data, helping engineers interpret results and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain lab equipment, inventory of prototype components, and testing tools.

Documentation & Technical Communication

• Create and update technical documentation including test reports, build instructions, and part specifications.
• Communicate findings, roadblocks, and questions to the engineering team clearly and effectively.
• Work collaboratively with team members to update design logs and development records.

Collaboration & Communication

• Occasionally engage with cross-departmental teams (such as Product, Manufacturing, or Quality) to understand downstream impacts of engineering decisions.
• Observe and participate in team meetings, gaining insight into project planning, prioritization, and coordination across the business