Electro-Optical Engineer Intern

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT

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About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory’s Civil & Space Division is seeking an exceptional student Electro-Optical Engineer for a summer 2027 internship. Interns perform duties that vary according to current projects, support needs, and development phase, with guidance from engineers and mentors. Assignments are intended to complement academic studies and provide professional-level experience. SDL’s internship program also offers training workshops, networking opportunities, and summer events and activities.

The Civil & Commercial Space Division supports scientific research and space exploration by providing calibrated, state-of-the-art sensors and satellites, as well as AI&T technologies and mission management. Its projects span planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics. This position may lead to continued employment or transition to student or full-time employment, subject to security-clearance eligibility.

The internship is for summer 2027. Utah State University students are not eligible for SDL internship positions and are encouraged to explore SDL’s Student Employment opportunities. Applicants must be pursuing a relevant degree and meet the listed academic and experience requirements.

Requirements

• Experience in radiometric analysis.
• Experience with MATLAB or a similar analytical programming language.
• Experience with optical design in Zemax or similar optical design software.
• Experience with optical alignment, testing, or other related hands-on optical laboratory work.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals.
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Must be pursuing a degree in optical sciences, optical engineering, engineering physics, or a related degree program.
• Must be a junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA.
• Utah State University students are not eligible for SDL internship positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform project duties as assigned according to current projects, support needs, and phase of development.

Benefits

• Training workshops
• Networking opportunities
• Summer events and activities
• Potential for continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed