Noise & Vibration Intern

Summary

At Apple, new ideas have a way of quickly becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Sound is an essential and compelling face of the customer experience so Apple has assembled a world-class Acoustics team that enables our customers to experience music with delight, communicate with clarity, and appreciate our products without disturbance from noise. In Apple Acoustics we work with obsessive attention to detail, directly contributing to products that ship to millions of people around the world.

Minimum Qualifications

MS/PHD or equivalent, preferably last year student specializing in Acoustics / Mechanics / EE Major in acoustic or vibration with electronics relevant experience Fluent in English & Mandarin and technical concepts in English & Mandarin Strong theoretical and experimental background in acoustics & vibration, or magnetic interaction. Solid testing and data analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with acoustic testing equipment (chambers, microphones, etc) Comfortable with MATLAB, Python, and ability to learn new scripting skills Ability to effectively contribute in fast-paced, constantly changing, multitasking environment Flexibility in problem solving approaches

Description

The China noise & vibration intern is directly working on design and implementation of test methodologies to eliminate unwanted acoustic noise. Communication with design as well as cross-functional teams in other countries will be critical. The candidate will work on a specific project on noise & vibration reduction for industry-leading consumer electronic devices.

Responsibilities

As part of Apple’s Noise & Vibration group, the N&V intern will be based in Shanghai and will have responsibilities including: • Implementing and writing test plans and standard operating procedures for acoustic testing in lab environments • Analyzing data using noise level and sound quality metrics • Create and implement innovative noise and test solutions with cross-functional teams • Some travel among sites in Shanghai and Shenzhen regions