Active Sound Management Engineer Co-op

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. 

  

Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation. 

Job Description

Join our team of acoustic artisans who design and deploy Bose Active Sound Management solutions into automobiles that enable occupants to rule the quiet while crafting sounds to connect the driver and machine in an immersive sensory experience.

We are creators of solutions that apply scientific methods to tackle a multitude of in-vehicle noise problems with our adaptive solutions.  We have the pleasure of collaborating with OEM noise and vibration (NVH) engineers while tinkering with their prototype vehicles.  

We obsess over the details to deliver extraordinary noise cancelling systems. We express our creative side while authoring & producing sounds that parallel the vehicle’s powertrain response and the desired design cues. We explore novel ideas in the pursuit of better Active Sound Management features, capabilities & services that deliver experiences consumers simply can’t get anywhere else!

THE PROGRAM

We're looking for students to join our Co-Op Program who believe that sound is power. Over the 6-month co-op, you will get the opportunity to apply the skills you learned in the classroom with hands-on work experience. Our Co-Ops will get to network across the business to understand different perspectives at Bose. You'll connect with other Co-Ops and colleagues to grow your network for the future!

Fall Co-op: Candidates must be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) in a hybrid, in-office format from July 13 through December 18, 2026. No relocation assistance is available.

Being currently authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment for this position.

THE ROLE

We're looking for an Active Sound Management Engineer Co-Op to join our Detroit automotive Hub and modernize our Speedgoat Rapid prototype system that is used to explore new solutions and deliver amazing experiences in vehicle. In this role, team members must…

• Collaborate with global team to refine the System Design & plan new capabilities
• Develop/Revise Simulink models for a real-time control system running on Speedgoat hardware (interfacing with CAN, digital switches and streaming audio sources)
• Create PC based software tools that interface with the Speedgoat real-time control system to view/monitor/update signals running on the target hardware
• Verify the new upgrades work when the hardware is installed in a vehicle
• Learn to tune/calibrate and deliver one of our noise cancellation solutions running on the revised Simulink/Speedgoat platform

REQUIREMENTS

Characteristics of success in this role:

• Eager to learn & explore new ideas
• Diligent customer service that listens to understand
• Excellent understanding of signal processing fundamentals & control systems techniques
• Motivated to succeed & deliver results in a timely manner
• Keen ability to write & debug software (MATLAB, Simulink, Matlab appdesigner, python)
• Working towards a Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Digital Signal processing or Computer Science;  must have a basis in software/control system development
• Strong teammate with excellent spoken and written communication skills in English
• Familiarity with audio performance metrics and tools for sound analysis. e.g. Audio Precision, MATLAB and/or Head Acoustics Artemis /Siemens Simcenter Test.lab

Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and skills. We’re building an environment that celebrates this diversity thru sharing and mentorship. We believe that striking the right balance between personal and professional life is crucial to long term happiness and fulfillment. There are specific tasks that require in-office/in-vehicle, lab work or cross-time zone communications, but we'll work with team members to build in schedule flexibility and encourage time to re-energize outside of work.

Read more about our automotive Active Sound Management technologies at automotive.bose.com

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan is: $29.00-$37.25 per hour.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.

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Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

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Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.