Summer 2026 Industrial Placement (Lumerical, Software Development, Photonics)

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Synopsys Canada ULC offers the Summer 2026 Lumerical Software Development Intern Photonics in Vancouver, a four month, full time internship with a hybrid schedule (May to August 2026). You’ll develop photonic models, automate multiphysics workflows, and integrate Lumerical with other Ansys tools using Python or Matlab. Ideal candidates are graduate students in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields focusing on photonics, with strong programming and photonics simulation experience. Nice to have: photonic IC design, SPICE/Verilog, AI/ML familiarity. Salary CAD 38 to 41 per hour. Apply by tailoring your resume to highlight relevant projects, collaboration, and a proven growth mindset for a fast moving, inclusive team.

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General Information

Job Title Summer 2026 Industrial Placement (Lumerical, Software Development, Photonics) Job ID 12788 Country Canada City Vancouver State/Province British Columbia Date Posted 01-Oct-2025 Job Category Interns/Temp Job Subcategory Intern (Technical-Engineering) Hire Type Intern Remote Eligible Yes

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

Job Title: Summer 2026 Lumerical Software Development Intern – Photonics (MS/PHD)

 

We Are: Drive technology innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology drives the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, where smart tech and AI are seamlessly woven into daily life. From self-driving cars and health-monitoring smartwatches to renewable energy systems that efficiently distribute clean power, Synopsys creates high-performance silicon chips that help build a healthier, safer, and more sustainable world.

Internship Experience: At Synopsys, interns dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with our passionate teams worldwide—and having fun in the process! You'll have the freedom to share your ideas, unleash your creativity, and explore your interests. This is your opportunity to bring your solutions to life and work with cutting-edge technology that shapes not only the future of innovation but also your own career path. Join us and start shaping your future today!

 

Mission Statement: Our mission is to fuel today’s innovations and spark tomorrow’s creativity. Together, we embrace a growth mindset, empower one another, and collaborate to achieve our shared goals. Every day, we live by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, and Passion, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive—both at work and beyond.

 

Key Program Facts:

• Program Length: 4 months 
• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
• Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days/week in-office)
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
• Start Date: Summer 2026 (May to August 2026)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop advanced photonic compact models for circuit solvers, contributing to the evolution of next-generation photonic technologies.
• Create automated, multiphysics simulation workflows for active and passive photonic components, enhancing design efficiency and accuracy.
• Integrate and enhance multiphysics capabilities across Lumerical and other Ansys tools, such as SPEOS, Zemax, Icepak, or OptiSLang.
• Propose, prototype, and validate new methodologies for photonic circuit simulation using Ansys and other EDA tools.

What You’ll Need:

• Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on photonics and/or electronics.
• Passion for photonics research and development, with a drive to innovate and solve complex challenges.
• Programming experience in Python, Matlab, or similar languages.
• Experience using Lumerical’s tools and/or other photonic simulation platforms.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.

Nice to Have: 

• Experience in photonic component-level and circuit-level designs.
• Knowledge of electronic and/or photonic compact models (SPICE, Verilog, etc.)
• Familiarity with AI/ML.
• Experience in photonic IC design and tape-out using EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Siemens EDA, KLayout)
• Experience with ray tracing or circuit optimization tools; understanding of the photonic industry and ecosystem.

Salary Information:

The base salary range across Canada for this role is between $38.00-$41.00 CAD per hour. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details upon request.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Synopsys is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of age, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us.

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact [email protected].