Electrical Engineering Co-Op

sonos; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Sonos invites students to join its Boston Co-Op Program for Jan 2027 to June 2027. This six‑month, full‑time, 40-hour‑per‑week role requires onsite work at least four days per week.

You'll participate in embedded systems or analog/power engineering tracks, contribute to high‑performance audio product development, test designs, and prototype new technologies. The program includes onboarding, mentorship, speaker series, and real, meaningful projects, with comprehensive benefits for US interns and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering.
• Taking or planning courses in Embedded Systems or Computer Engineering: circuit theory, digital logic, computer systems engineering, and computer organization.
• For Power/Analog track: circuit theory, analog electronics, power electronics, control systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of world-class audio products.
• Learn end-to-end design for high‑performance SOC-based embedded systems.
• Test, debug, and validate new designs; prototype new technologies.
• Support analog, power, and audio circuits; interface with microcontrollers and DSPs.

Skills

Ownership

Electronics passion

Embedded Systems

Digital Logic

Circuit theory

Analog electronics

Power electronics

Control systems

Linux basics

Hardware testing

Education

Electrical Engineering (Undergrad/Grad)

Tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you'll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.

We're seeking talented students to join Sonos's Co-Op Program and explore what it means to blend creativity, technology, and sound. Our co-ops are an essential part of our team, bringing fresh ideas, learning from experts, and helping us push the boundaries of what's possible. Come broaden your skills, share your input and pursue your passion with our 6 month co-op experience.

Work Period : Jan 2027 - June 2027

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum 4 days per week onsite in our Boston, MA office. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Participate in the development of groundbreaking world class audio product s

Those students following an Embedded Systems or Computer Engineering curriculum would participate in the following:

• Learn the end to end process by which Sonos designs high performance, Gigahertz SOC based, Embedded Systems
• Perform circuit analysis and simulation for high speed digital interconnect and low voltage power distribution.
• Test and validate new designs, debug and improve those designs as necessary
• Enhance the excellence of Sonos products through research and prototyping of new technologies

Those students following a Power or Analog Electrical Engineering curriculum would participate in the following:

• Support the design and verification of high-performance power supplies and audio amplifiers.
• Analyze, simulate, prototype, and test analog and power circuits.
• Develop supporting circuits using ADCs, DACs, op amps, and signal-conditioning components.
• Interface analog and power hardware with microcontrollers and DSPs.
• Characterize efficiency, audio performance, thermal behavior, stability, and protection features.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Basic Qualifications

• Highly motivated to learn, passionate about electronics, and a strong sense of ownership .
• Undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering taking or planning to take the following major courses in Embedded Systems or Computer Engineering curriculum: Circuit theory
• Digital Logic Design
• Computer Systems Engineering
• Computer Organization and Design
• Undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering taking or planning to take the following major courses in Power or Analog Electrical Engineering curriculum: Circuit Theory
• Analog Electronics
• Power Electronics
• Control Systems

Preferred Qualifications

For those following an Embedded system or Computer Engineering curriculum: Basic understanding of these Engineering Topics:

• Linux OS navigation and network configuration
• Embedded System Design (with a focus on Hardware)
• Synchronous Digital Electronics Concepts.
• Transmission line theory in high speed digital design

For those following a Power or Analog Electrical Engineering curriculum:

• Experience with analog, power, or audio circuit design and testing.
• Familiarity with switching power supplies, amplifiers, ADCs, DACs, and op amps.
• Understanding of feedback, stability, filtering, noise, and distortion.
• Experience using circuit simulation tools and common laboratory equipment.

PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in a College or University with a preferred field of study in Electrical Engineering
• Available to participate in our full-time co-op program from January - June 2027
• Ability to work out of our Boston office a minimum 4 days per week
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future. Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time.

2027 CO-OP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

• The Co-op Program includes the following elements to round out the work you do with your team on a day to day basis:
• Multi-day orientation and robust onboarding
• Speaker Series with business leadership
• Social Activities with Cohort
• Real, meaningful projects
• Mentorship from industry leaders
• Collaborative, creative culture

Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Interns and Coops in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, unless otherwise noted, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 90 days of continuous employment
• Eligibility for our 401(k) plan, with company matching, after 1000 hours of service or 3 years averaging 500 hours of service per year, whichever comes first
• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually
• Up to 12 paid holidays per