R&D Internship in Technology Development

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Optotune invites a motivated intern for a six month on-site R&D internship in Zurich to join the technology development team with a focus on material questions, including software design to study materials, running experiments, analyzing data, collaborating on product design, and potentially developing small hardware components. The ideal candidate is pursuing or has completed an MSc in material science, physics, mechanical, electrical or optical engineering or a related field, with lab experience in optics or a chemical environment, a solid grasp of basic optics and physics, some programming and data analysis skills, strong problem solving and attention to detail, and good English communication; electronics experience is a plus. Apply with your CV and relevant certificates; agencies are not considered.

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Optotune is a strongly growing and internationally active optics company based in Dietikon, Switzerland. We develop, manufacture and market the latest generation of adaptive optical elements for industrial- and consumer markets.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our research and development team working on technology development. The content of this internship will be the development of new products with a focus on material questions. The R&D intern will work under the guidance of senior engineers to assist with ongoing research, development, and testing of new products. This is a full-time internship position for a duration of a minimum 6 months, starting as soon as available.

Tasks

• Assistance in the development of new products with a focus on material questions
• Design of the software required to understand the materials aspects
• Conduction of test runs and analysis of experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and tools
• Collaboration with team members on the design of the products
• Participation in team meetings and contribution to team discussions and problem-solving
• Maintenance of accurate and organized records of experimental data and results
• Development of small hardware components (electronics, firmware) is possible

Requirements

• Finished or currently enrolled in an MSc degree in material science, physics, mechanical, electrical, or optical engineering or a related field
• Experience in an optical, chemical, or similar laboratory
• Understanding basic optics and physics principles
• Some experience in programming and data analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience in electronics is a plus

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of liquid lenses
• Gain hands-on experience with experimental design and data analysis
• Exposure to a fast-paced, innovative R&D environment
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Potential for future employment opportunities

Join Us for a Technology Development Internship!Are you seeking a challenging internship in a cutting-edge tech environment? Are you eager to apply your skills to help bring innovative products to life? If so, we would love to meet you!Requirements: CV and Relevant certificates

Please note: We do NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.