Product Development Intern

Product Development Intern

Location: Carlsbad, CA (In-Person)

Duration: ~ 3 months, starting in February 2026

Schedule: ~2 days per week, 4-6 hours per day (flexible; opportunity to scale hours)

Pay Range: $18-$24/hour

About the Role:

This is a hands-on opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing audio brands and gain real exposure to how award-winning consumer technology products are built — from early concept through mass production.

As a Product Development Intern, you’ll work closely with our Product team and international manufacturing partners to support day-to-day product development activities. You’ll gain experience across the full product lifecycle, including prototyping, testing, market research, and post-launch analysis. This role is ideal for students interested in a career in product management or product development.

Role & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of Product Management, you will:

• Support the Product team across multiple stages of the product lifecycle, from concept to production.



• Assist with prototype testing, sample reviews, and feedback tracking related to functionality, design, and quality.



• Coordinate with our team in China and manufacturing partners on new/current projects.



• Review and interpret “Work in Progress” reports from manufacturing partners to understand timelines, risks, action items, and current product development status.



• Attend weekly product development meetings to gain exposure to product development process.



• Assist with app development support and basic debugging alongside internal stakeholders.



• Conduct market and competitive research on current consumer electronics trends, brands, and emerging categories. Share findings with the Product team to inform design and development decisions.



• Perform category research to support exploration of new product segments.



• Analyze monthly return reports from major retail partners and spot any trends related to product quality control issues.



• Support Customer Support by helping investigate product-related questions and issues.



• Review customer feedback to identify any trends or issues related to quality, usability, etc.



• Draft and update product support articles and how-to guides for digital channels.



• Assist with general organizational and administrative tasks within the Product team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Product Management, Engineering, Industrial Design, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field



• Keen interest in audio products, consumer electronics, or technology-driven products



• Ability to work on-site in Carlsbad and handle physical product samples



• Highly organized with the ability to track feedback across multiple products and topics



• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment



• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills



• Detail-oriented with an analytical mindset



• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)



• Willingness to learn and ask questions in a hands-on product environment

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $18 - 24/hour depending on skills and experience

Schedule

• The internship will last approximately 3 months



• 2 days per week, 4-6 hours per day depending on schedule (option to scale up)

This will be a paid, part-time in-person internship, and can accommodate your school or break schedule. Our Carlsbad, CA office is an awesome work environment with an open, light-filled space, team events and product perks. Benefits include a flexible work schedule to align with your needs, product perks, and creative environment that helps foster personal and professional growth.

About the Company

JLab is an award-winning designer of personal technology including Bluetooth earbuds, headphones and work peripherals. Founded in 2005, our mission is to create better tech with more features in order to provide surprisingly awesome value to our customers.

True to our roots, #TeamJLab innovates everything, from our True Wireless Earbuds, to our work peripherals and even the JLab App, you’ll be sure to find the right sound for every moment when you’re using your JLab products. For more information, please visit

Equal Opportunity Employer: JLab is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Accommodations:  We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting process. In accordance with California law, we will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to support participation in the application, interview, and hiring process.