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About the Role

We are looking for a Prototype & Test Engineering intern to help bring a new electromechanical product to market. You will be part of a small, mission-driven team and work on multiple parts of the system, building and deploying prototypes to users, running critical tests, and supporting failure analysis in hardware-software integrated systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and test complex electromechanical systems for a new product, including sensors, pumps, and electronics.
• Collaborate with product team to deploy systems to real users.
• Collaborate with sensor, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to review sensor data and field feedback, identify root cause of issues, and determine corrective actions.
• Reproduce and characterize failure cases on the bench to confirm root cause and validate that corrective actions hold.
• Track and report findings from troubleshooting to the engineering and product team.

Requirements

• Engineering background with ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Experience with hands-on prototyping of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience using lab and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and command-line utilities to characterize and debug hardware-firmware systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift or push up to 50 lbs as needed.

Skills

• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g. Claude) for debugging, scripting, or documentation is a plus.

Location

• San Francisco

Work Type

• On-site
• Internship

Experience Level

• Intern

Education Level

• BS or expected BS in engineering or equivalent. MS preferred.

Benefits

• Innovation in a culture of excellence
• Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth
• Collaboration with exceptional talent

About the Company

• 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 35 countries worldwide.
• Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2026, 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.
• We operate with intensity because our mission demands it.
• At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft.
• Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution.
• This isn’t a 9-to-5.
• Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested.
• We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise.
• If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home.
• If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it.
• Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide.
• At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.
• From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success.
• We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory.
• Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.
• Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms.
• Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.