Research Intern

• Support research and development activities by completing assigned analysis, programming, testing, and documentation tasks within established processes and tools, under guidance from the manager and team members.
• Apply technical and analytical skills to assist with experimental setup, data analysis, and validation activities, consulting regularly with mentors and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Document work clearly and accurately by preparing technical notes, summaries, and supporting materials that enable knowledge sharing and continuity within the team.

Key Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate coursework in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience
• Basic programming or scripting skills (Python and/or MATLAB)
• Data analysis or signal processing fundamentals
• Ability to follow technical procedures and documentation standards
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
• Written and verbal communication skills

Total Rewards

• Target Salary Rate: $20.00/hr

• This role is not eligible for benefits

Who are we?

Human needs have always been our inspiration, ever since Professor Graeme Clark set out to create the first multi-channel cochlear implant because he saw his father struggle with hearing loss. We always start with people in mind – thinking about their needs.

For this reason, our products, services and support will continue to evolve and improve. We are by our customers’ side through the entire hearing journey, so they can experience a life full of hearing. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and working in an organization where they can be part of bringing the mission to life each day.

Physical & Mental Demands

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to be in a stationary (seated/standing) position; utilize business technology for work product delivery, communicate orally and in writing with others internal or external to the organization, utilize problem solving/critical thinking skills to discern and convey information.  May be asked to occasionally transport/move up to 30 pounds, depending on the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. The individual is regularly required to utilize comprehension, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, organization reasoning, relating to others and discernment of items such as product specifications, procedures and processes to customers (whether internal or external).  Influence, organization/classification of information and planning are also required.

The work environment is an office environment. This is representative of the environment an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Apply now by completing your application form online. Applicants must meet the job specific application criteria to be considered. Visit our careers site at www.cochlear.us/careers to learn more.  

Cochlear Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you require accommodation with completing the online application, please contact us via web or phone at 303-264-2549.