Optical Engineering Intern

Job Title

Optical Engineering Intern

VA US (Primary)

Fibertek is seeking motivated summer interns who are ready to kick start their career and build real-world experience in optics labs. As the Optical Engineering Intern, you will be responsible with incoming inspection, implementation, and minor characterization of optical assemblies. Please upload a cover letter as well as your resume.

• Cleaning and assembly of optical components.
• Testing of laser parameters.
• Perform modeling when applicable in Zemax, Paraxia, Matlab, etc.
• Learn companies’ manufacturing, quality, and laboratory processes.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of working in laboratory and moving equipment.
• General office environment, no special physical demands required. Some lifting and/or moving up to 15 pounds required.

FIBERTEK, Inc. is a recognized leader in advanced lasers, lidars and laser communication systems providing our DoD, NASA and aerospace customers discriminating capabilities. We pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.

Fibertek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and experience. Fibertek does not engage in nor permits any discrimination in the workplace.