Hardware Support & Test Intern

Eight Sleep; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Eight Sleep is seeking a hardware engineering intern to troubleshoot field units, assist with prototype testing, and help build software and AI tools for diagnosing hardware issues. The role starts Fall 2026 and requires on-site work in our San Francisco office, offering hands-on experience with cutting-edge sleep technology.

The candidate should be pursuing or have recently completed a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and demonstrate strong communication, data interpretation, and

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and software systems to understand possible causes of failures.
• Familiarity with interpreting data and sensor readings.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, DOE, and quality measuring techniques.
• Pursuing or recently completed a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot field issues by analyzing customer data and work with the engineering team to identify root causes.
• Support prototyping and testing for product development.
• Build software and AI tools to facilitate hardware diagnosis.

Skills

Data interpretation

Root cause analysis

DOE

Quality measurements

Strong communication

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Join the Sleep Fitness Movement

At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.

Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up.

The opportunity

We’re looking for an intern on the hardware engineering team to troubleshoot field units and support testing of prototypes. You’ll be part of a small, mission-driven team working on novel hardware products. We’re growing quickly so there are ample opportunities for challenge and growth.

This internship starts in Fall 2026 and requires being on-site in our San Francisco office.

How you’ll contribute

• Troubleshoot issues seen in the field by customers by analyzing data from units, talk to customers as needed to understand failures, and work with the engineering team to determine root causes and corrective actions.

• Support product development teams with prototyping and testing.

• Build software and AI tools to facilitate diagnosis of hardware failures.

What you need to succeed

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and software systems to understand possible causes of failures.

• Familiarity with interpreting data and sensor readings.

• Familiarity with root cause analysis, DOE, and quality measuring techniques.

• Pursuing or recently completed a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

At Eight Sleep we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our values by ensuring everyone feels they can flourish and grow. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.