Embedded in a worldwide network, Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) continuously strives to remain at the forefront of successful automotive research and development. MBRDNA is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User Experience, Machine Learning, Autonomous Driving, Customer Research and Business Innovation. In Redford, Michigan, the focus is on Powertrain and eDrive as well as in Long Beach, CA where the F-CELL team brings hydrogen vehicles to the road. The Testing and Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor, MI and the Advanced Vehicle Design in Carlsbad, CA complete the competence center. 

Together, all the developers, technicians, engineers and designers take on the challenges of creating the next innovation. They’re inspired by the newest trends, find the best solutions for the customer, develop the latest and greatest technologies and create the next generation of connected, safe, sustainable and luxurious vehicles.

Division:

The Society & Technology Research Group and the Customer Research Center provide end-to-end research solutions from macro trend analysis to concept ideation to user testing.

Our iterative research process supports Mercedes-Benz engineering, design, marketing, and strategy teams in developing industry-leading products and services.

Start Date: June 2017, 3-6 months duration, full-time, 40 hours per week

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• In-depth driver Interviews, concept ideation, creative thinking, data collection
• Data input and analysis
• Documentation of findings (MS Word, PowerPoint)

Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate or graduate student in Human Factors, HCI, or
  related field

Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of human factors/UX research methods, survey development, interviewing, and usability testing
• Ability to work in a team but also work independently
• Proficiency with standard Windows applications

Special Skills Required:

• Must be able to travel domestically

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer that offers generous benefits and compensation, work / life balance tools and several methods of recognition and rewards. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K savings plan, tuition and fitness reimbursement programs and much more.

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