Engineering Intern at Helen of Troy in Marlborough, MA

ENGINEERING INTERN Location: USA - Marlborough, Massachusetts Our Beauty & Wellness division empowers consumers with trusted products that support self-care, from salon-quality styling tools to wellness devices like humidifiers and air purifiers. Our innovative products and solutions promote healthy living, elevating the lives of consumers every day. This business unit includes Braun, PUR, Honeywell, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon brands, and this role may support one or more of these brands.   Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!   Position: Engineering Intern  Department: Engineering   Work Location: Boston, MA, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)  Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.   Helen of Troy’s internship is a 8-10-week program. We empower our interns with opportunities to work on business challenges aligned to your educational goals! You will have the opportunity to network with executives, give back through planned community events and participate in fun social events with your intern peers. Your peers and managers will support and improve your leadership skills and experience. What you will be doing: Helen of Troy is a manufacturer and marketer of consumer products sold under such brands as PUR, Honeywell, Vicks and Braun.  The Medical Device New Product Development team based in Marlborough for the Wellness division focuses on the design and development of new medical device technologies such as thermometers and blood pressure monitors.  Interns will get the opportunity to help build and evaluate prototypes, help create test protocols and design fixtures, utilize new technologies as well as create and run test methods on analytical equipment to evaluate, and gain hands on experience with 3D modeling and 3D printing.   • Research relevant information concerning products and technologies.  • Leverage that knowledge to help prototype or test new technologies.   • Learn to operate and run some analytical equipment like ICP-OES, GC/MS, SEM/EDAX, Fluke BP2 Simulator.  • Write test plans to understand performance and variables.  • Write reports and presentations on critical findings.  • Final presentation to the Engineering organization on goals, approach, and results.  • Learn basic principles of NPD such as writing requirements, outlining specifications, and creating a test plan.  Skills needed to be successful in this role: • Ability to envision methods for testing a function and reduce those concepts to practice.  • Prepare presentations to communicate learnings to management.  • Work in cross-functional teams to solve problems and help move projects to market.  • Good record keeping.  Minimum Qualifications: • Current technical high school student. • Passion for brand-building and consumer marketing. • Strong computer skills. • Desire to learn. • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. In Massachusetts, the standard base pay range for this role is $13-15 hourly. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands. Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you. #LI-DNI For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.   Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment.  We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process.  If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.  Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity. At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.