START Program

About the START Program

The Electrosonic START Program is a year‑long rotational development experience designed for early‑career professionals who want to explore the full lifecycle of experiential technology, AV integration, and immersive environments. Participants rotate through every core department — including Design, Engineering, Project Management, Fabrication, Field Installation, Service, and Commercial Operations — gaining broad exposure, hands‑on experience, and direct mentorship.

Upon successful completion of the program, participants transition into a permanent role aligned with their strengths and interests.

Position Summary

As a START Program Participant, you will contribute to real projects, learn directly from experienced colleagues, and develop a comprehensive understanding of how Electrosonic delivers world‑class experiential solutions. This is a hands‑on role designed for recent graduates who are curious, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program-Wide Responsibilities

• Engage in structured department rotations across design, engineering, project management, fabrication, field installation, commissioning, service, and business operations.
• Participate in client-facing and internal project meetings to understand the end‑to‑end project lifecycle.
• Complete assigned tasks that support active projects, deliverables, and team goals.
• Apply critical thinking to problem-solving in real-world scenarios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate progress clearly and professionally.
• Maintain a learning mindset and seek feedback throughout each rotation.
• Complete a final capstone project and presentation at the end of the program.

Rotation Responsibilities (Examples)

Design & Engineering

• Assist with documentation, drawings, schematics, and system layouts.
• Support design reviews, technical documentation, and requirements gathering.

Project Management

• Help maintain schedules, budgets, and project status reports.
• Participate in vendor coordination, procurement workflows, and risk tracking.

Fabrication & Testing

• Support rack builds, staging, QA, and Factory Acceptance Testing activities.

Field Installation & Commissioning

• Assist senior technicians during onsite installation and system commissioning.
• Observe troubleshooting processes and customer handoff activities.

Service & Support

• Support service ticket management, preventative maintenance, and remote troubleshooting.

Business Operations

• Contribute to proposals, estimating, sales support, and pipeline activities.
• Understand how marketing, sales, and finance play a role in the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills & Competencies

Core Skills

• Strong communication skills — written and verbal
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to think critically
• Technical curiosity about technology, AV, IT, or experiential systems
• Collaboration & teamwork, especially in cross-functional settings
• Adaptability and willingness to learn through hands-on experience
• Attention to detail when working on documentation or technical tasks
• Time management and ability to handle multiple assignments

Professional Competencies

• Growth mindset — actively seeks feedback and continuous improvement
• Accountability — follows through on tasks and commitments
• Customer focus — understands the importance of client satisfaction
• Resilience — comfortable working through ambiguity
• Initiative — takes ownership and seeks opportunities to contribute

Technical Competencies (Preferred but Not Required)

• Basic understanding of AV, IT networks, or experiential technologies
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or project management platforms
• Ability to read or learn technical diagrams, signal flow, and system concepts
• General proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, technology, media, design, project management, or related fields
• Internship or project experience in technology, media, or engineering environments is a plus
• No professional experience required; this is an entry-level development program

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience across all core operational and business functions
• Dedicated mentorship throughout the program
• Professional development workshops and training
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful client projects
• Guidance toward a permanent role at Electrosonic upon program completion
• A strong foundation for long-term career growth
• Position is paid with standard benefits and vacation package