Engineering Intern

Coherent • Saxonburg, PA

29d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will directly work with senior process engineer(s) doing new product/process development in the thin film coating department. Thin film coatings work with high vacuum and specialized equipment for the deposition and control of optical thin films using a variety of methods including CVD, e-beam, Ion beams and thermal evaporation We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to join our Thin Film Engineering team for Summer 2026. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in process development and machine assembly, work alongside industry professionals, and contribute to meaningful projects that support our team and company objectives.

Requirements

• Ideally the candidate will have completed 3 years of a bachelors degree or has finished their bachelors and is continuing on to a Masters program
• We are looking for a person pursuing an engineering degree, a degree in physics or material science
• Hands on experience in light fabrication a plus
• Candidate should have some abilities to make 2-D CAD drawings
• The use of hand tools and light shop equipment will be required
• Open to currently enrolled students or those who have graduated within one year of the internship start date.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and time management.
• Skills, like Excel, programming, design tools, etc

Nice To Haves

• Hands on experience in light fabrication a plus
• Candidate should have some abilities to make 2-D CAD drawings

Responsibilities

• perform experiments
• do the testing and collaborate with other engineers and manufacturing personal
• Use of spectrophotometers, computers and engineering software will be expected.
• light lifting of more than 10ibs but less than 30ibs will be required on occasion
• A detailed final presentation will be expected at the end of the summer.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern