2025 Summer Intern, R&D Planning & Operations
Lab Summary:
Samsung Research America (SRA) plays a pivotal role in discovering & developing the next generation of innovation in software, user experience and services for future products & devices that can enrich the consumer’s life.
SRA labs core areas of research include: Artificial Intelligence, 5G & next gen communications, Computer Vision, Security, VR/AR, IoT, Robotics, Digital Health, and other emerging technologies that influence the future of Samsung’s DX (Device experience) business.
The R&D Operation group (ROG) works across all advanced research labs in specific technology verticals (such as next generation communications, artificial intelligence, digital health, ) and collaborates closely with product teams to innovate on experiences related to mobile devices, visual display, and home appliances.
We establish SRA’s overall strategic alignment with Samsung Electronics and implement processes to improve organizational performance. Our objective is to support each lab to maximize their impact and ensure all projects, both current and future, are set up for success.
Our team is looking for dedicated individuals who want to be at the forefront of technology exploration and innovation.
Position Summary:
In this role, you will work with a cross-functional team that supports all SRA technology labs with project & program planning and operational needs.
- You will work closely with leadership and SRA community to generate & promote internal innovation opportunities for future products and services.
- You will influence potential collaboration opportunities with academic institutions, partners and leading companies in Silicon Valley.
- You will provide project/program/event management support for all SRA labs.
- You will develop analysis and insights for SRA’s strategic direction and identify emerging social and technology trends relevant for the North America market.
Position Responsibilities:
- Identify future technologies that enable Samsung to deliver new and exciting business value to consumers
- Perform research on new emerging, frontier technologies/ topics and evaluate the associated product and business opportunities for SRA
- Maintain a solid understanding of broad technology trends, while also being able to keep a pulse on the current market dynamics and competitive landscape
- Ideate new services and products that go beyond Samsung’s existing consumer product lines
- Identify the strategic partners & institutions that Samsung/ SRA can collaborate with to expedite research & development of new ideas
- Build and deliver project roadmaps, go-to market strategies, and executive presentations on ongoing initiatives
- Develo0070 a strong understanding of Samsung Electronics’ consumer business and our competition’s SWOT
- Ability to manage long term vision with immediate needs
- Can quickly pivot & adapt to changing priorities
Required Skills:
- Pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a Management, Business or Technology field (e.g. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, other etc.), or Business/Management at a top ranked University
- Potentially an MBA/Ph.D. or MoT candidate with past technology work experience
- Knowledge of emerging technologies in multiple verticals
Special Attributes:
- Passionate about innovation management facilitation emerging technologies and finding “the next big thing”
- A fast learner with an entrepreneurial attitude and a keen eye for new disruptions
- A self-motivated critical thinker with the ability to execute at a high level
- Excellent communicator (written, spoken, graphic, etc) with the ability to influence & inspire explain the business implications of new technologies
- Technical knowledge of market trends and emerging technologies
Hourly Pay Rate Range
$44 - $63 USD
Additional Information
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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.
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