About the role#
This internship is a summer position based in our San Jose office. You will join the business development team to research how companies structure product partnerships. Your goal is to turn this research into a practical decision framework that our team can use to evaluate future opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Research and frame the spectrum of partner engagement models.
- Study how comparable deep-tech and semiconductor companies structure their collaborations and extract key trade-offs.
- Synthesize your findings into a repeatable decision tool for value models.
- Apply the framework to illustrative scenarios as a worked example.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Strategy, Business Development, Corporate Strategy, or an MBA.
- Experience with technical market analysis, customer-oriented thinking, and business planning.
- Proficiency with mainstream and emerging AI-enabled business tools and methods.
- A strong interest in AI infrastructure and technology markets, with a willingness to tackle challenging goals.
- Hands-on experience with engineering, building, or working with computer or technology hardware.
- Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools in innovative ways.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role located in San Jose, California.
- The internship term runs from May to August 2027.
- This position is paid and full-time.
- We do not offer immigration or relocation support for this role.
About Ayar Labs
Ayar Labs develops optical I/O technology for AI infrastructure. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, the company employs between 51 and 200 people. Its hardware solutions aim to improve data movement efficiency for AI training and inference. The company operates as a privately held entity within the computer hardware manufacturing sector.
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