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2025 Summer Intern, Open Innovation, Partnerships

Mountain View, United States
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Lab Summary: 

Based in Mountain View, CA, Samsung Research America (SRA) develops next generation technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Security, VR/AR, IoT, Robotics, Digital Health, and more.  SRA is seeking an entrepreneurial, collaborative and intellectually curious Intern to join our Open Innovation team for the Summer of 2025.

Open Innovation combines the best of Samsung product expertise to create radically futuristic and innovative products, services and experiences by leveraging and fostering external innovations from startups and universities. We identify, partner and promote new emerging technologies to make our consumer’s experience better, faster, seamless, more powerful, and multi-dimensional with an eye towards enriching the end user experience through Samsung’s vast device ecosystem.

Position Summary: 

As part of Open Innovation Partnerships, you will explore the latest emerging innovations from the startup ecosystem to develop & facilitate collaboration with various Samsung R&D teams to discover, evaluate, and secure access to core technology in support of future Samsung consumer products.  You will regularly connect with domain researchers, senior leadership, and Samsung R&D teams to champion the latest innovations from disruptive startups that can create future differentiation for Samsung products.

Position Responsibilities: 

  • Connect directly with startups, VCs, incubators, and accelerators to identify novel technologies that enable Samsung to differentiate its products across various technology categories including (but not limited to) AI, digital health, XR devices, robotics, next-gen appliances and future product categories
  • Evaluate the associated business opportunities that enable Samsung to deliver new and exciting value to consumers
  • Maintain a solid understanding of the latest technology trends, while also being able to keep a pulse on the current market dynamics and competitive landscape
  • Facilitate collaboration with startups to expedite development and be able to communicate their value propositions and key differentiators clearly and succinctly
  • Recommend new services and products that dramatically enhance, or even go beyond Samsung’s existing offerings, supported by qualitative and quantitative justification
  • Possess a strong understanding of Samsung Electronics’ consumer business and our competition’s SWOT
  • Build and deliver project roadmaps, go-to market strategies, and executive presentations on emerging technologies and products of technology
  • Form a clear understanding of team priorities to balance urgent vs. daily activities

Required Skills: 

  • Pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a Technology field (e.g. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, other etc.), or Business/Management at a top ranked University
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technology field, such as Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, etc. (past technology work experience preferred)
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies in multiple verticals
  • Passionate about enabling new user experiences through mobile products
  • A fast learner with an entrepreneurial attitude and natural curiosity for exploring new emerging technologies to find “the next big thing”
  • A self-motivated critical thinker with the ability to execute at a high level
  • Excellent communicator with the ability to explain the business implications of new technologies
  • Technical knowledge of market trends and emerging technologies
Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The hourly pay rate range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the hourly pay rate range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well.
Hourly Pay Rate Range
$44—$63 USD

Additional Information

Be careful not to disclose information related to the trade secrets of your previous or current employer(s)

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email [email protected].

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity

Samsung Research America is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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