Electro-Optical Engineer Intern

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT

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About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory’s internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students professional-level assignments involving technologies in space-, airborne-, and ground-based systems, with support from engineers and mentors. The program also includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and summer events and activities.

The Civil & Space Division is seeking an exceptional student for a summer 2027 Electro-Optical Engineer internship. Duties will vary according to current projects, support needs, and the phase of development. The Civil & Commercial Space Division supports scientific research and space exploration by providing calibrated sensors and satellites, AI&T technologies, and mission management for major government and commercial missions. Its projects include planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics.

The position may lead to continued employment or a transition to student or full-time employment, which would require eligibility for a security clearance. SDL internships are intended for students from across the nation. Utah State University students are not eligible for SDL internship positions and are encouraged to explore SDL’s Student Employment opportunities instead.

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 minimal 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 and able 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform varying duties based on current projects, support needs, and the phase of development.
• Contribute to projects involving optical engineering and scientific or space missions, with support from engineers and mentors.

What This Job Offers

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