Working Student Intern - Optical Interconnect Technologies

Requisition Number: 79063

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

We are looking for a talented and driven student majoring in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics, or a related discipline to join our R&D team. As an Working Student - Optical Interconnect Technologies (m/f/d), you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of optical interconnects in next generation of datacenters and AI computer clusters.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Exploration of Novel Concepts:

• Collaborate with the R&D team to explore innovative concepts, assessing their technical feasibility.
• Contribute to the demonstration of proof-of-concept projects, providing insights and recommendations for future development.

2. Optical Bench Setup and Testing:

• Assist in the setup of optical benches for testing of photonic integrated circuits and fiber-to-chip interconnects for co-packaged optics.
• Support integration of optical sources, detectors, fiber arrays, alignment stages, into repeatable test setups.
• Perform mechanical metrology and surface-profile characterization of fabricated samples, including dimensional, height, roughness, and feature-profile measurements using appropriate measurement tools and techniques.
• Develop and maintain automated test-bench procedures using Python to improve measurement repeatability, throughput, and traceability.

2. Design and Modeling:

• Assist with optical models to simulate the behavior of optical components and devices.
• Assist in developing mechanical models to evaluate the integration of components within the system. 

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of optical principles and technologies. Knowledge in silicon photonics and photonic packaging is a plus.
• Experience in programming (e.g. C, C++, Matlab, Labview, Python) and optical design (e.g., COMSOL, Zemax, Lumerical, KLayout) software is a plus.
• Familiarity with optical characterization techniques and equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in optical R&D.
• Work alongside experienced professionals in the field.
• Contribute to projects with real-world impact.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development