Who We Are
HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.
We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.
We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.
By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.
Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.
About the Role
As an Electrical Engineering Intern, Hardware, you’ll take a hands-on role working with evaluation kits and new hardware platforms to support the development of next-generation systems. You’ll design and implement test procedures, execute detailed test plans, and develop automated control scripts in Python to improve the efficiency and accuracy of testing.
You’ll also evaluate results, analyze performance data, and communicate findings and insights to cross-functional partners, helping shape and refine the hardware systems that power innovative products.
What You Might Do
- Learn to use and program state-of-the-art lab equipment and establish procedures for taking repeatable, reliable measurements.
- Develop and automate hardware tests using Python and other relevant tools and libraries.
- Analyze test results and use visualization libraries to identify trends and insights.
- Share data, findings, and recommendations through reports and presentations for engineering and leadership audiences.
- Support hands-on testing, debugging, and characterization of new hardware platforms and evaluation kits.
Essential Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with analog electronics, digital electronics, and/or embedded systems.
- Experience using lab equipment for hands-on prototyping, design, debugging, and/or power analysis.
- Experience in at least one of the following areas: audio, digital buses, or sensors.
- Ability to use Python to process, analyze, and visualize time-series data.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and visual communication skills, with the ability to represent complex technical information clearly.
- Experience with test equipment and measurement best practices.
- Experience developing automated test scripts and tools using Python, LabVIEW, or similar technologies.
- Desire to work in a collaborative environment where honesty and accountability are paramount.
- Ability to drive tasks independently while escalating and communicating issues, risks, and needs clearly.
Hourly Pay Range: $40.00–$50.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.
2027 Internship Program Dates: May/June–August/September 2027. Final dates will be based on student schedules.
Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.
At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
Why HP IQ?
HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.
- Innovative Work
Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation. - Autonomy and Agility
Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale. - Meaningful Impact
Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive. - Flexible Work Environment
Freedom and flexibility to do your best work. - Forward-Thinking Culture
We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.
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