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Summer Intern, Repeater Engineering

Sirius XM

Sirius XM

Fredericksburg, VA, USA
Posted on Oct 14, 2024
Who We Are

SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.

This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day.

SiriusXM

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM’s platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company’s advertising sales organization, which operates as SXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.

How You’ll Make An Impact

As an Engineering Intern, you’ll work with the Repeater Engineering team on qualifying SiriusXM’s first liquid cooled repeater prototype. The intern will assist with the drafting practices for its operation and maintenance. Along the way, you’ll learn how we build and maintain radio transmitters to support SiriusXM’s Repeater Network. In addition, you will collaborate with senior engineers in developing methods, techniques, and criteria for validation of design objectives.

What You’ll Do

Work with internal and cross-functional teams to complete network projects based on prioritizations. Intern will report to Fredericksburg, VA location.

On Any Given Day, You Might Be

  • Working with cross functional team on projects.
  • Conduct basic calculations and layouts.
  • Hands-on work in lab coordinating tests on repeaters.
  • Communicate with Managers and co-workers in formal and informal settings.
  • Participate in design reviews with other engineers.
  • Create engineering drawings, bills of materials and procedures.

What You’ll Need

  • Internships are open to current students enrolled at a university who have finished their junior year by May 2026, those graduating by May 2025 and recent graduates who graduated within the 12-month period prior to the start of the internship.
  • Currently working towards a Mechanical Engineering (BSEE), Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET), or Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or other technical disciplines.
  • Knowledge of mechanical & thermal fundamentals, product designs and processes for flow control devices.
  • Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) for documentation of test results.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills.
  • Must be able to work full-time during term.
  • Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.

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