Intern, Module Validation

Ayar Labs • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ayar Labs is seeking a highly motivated graduate intern to join its laser validation group within the Laser development team. The intern will inspect whether laser modules conform to specifications and explore the limits of their operation. Projects will be tailored to the intern’s experience and interests, with mentorship from a senior engineer and collaboration with an experienced team developing the laser source product.

The intern will execute tests and experiments to help advance the laser module through a product development gate. This includes testing production parts, investigating their conformance to specifications, and testing beyond the required operating range to assess whether module performance remains stable in volume. The intern will also support validation of engineering modules, including alternative laser sources and modules made within development projects, and help modify instrument and mechanical setups for individual tests. Work may involve mechanical and optical alignment, data-acquisition software optimization, and data analysis.

This is an on-site position in Ayar Labs’ San Jose office for a May–August 2027 term. The company does not provide immigration support except for F-1 visa holders, or relocation support. The posting expires upon reaching its application threshold.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Optics.
• Completed basic coursework in physics or engineering, preferably including electrodynamics, calculus, solid-state physics, optics, or laser-related areas.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Able to work independently, motivated, and able to complete assigned projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a research laboratory.
• Experience performing tests and setting up optoelectronic test systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute tests and experiments needed to advance the laser module through the next product development gate.
• Test production parts and investigate whether they conform to required specifications.
• Test laser modules beyond their required operating range to assess stability of performance in volume.
• Support testing and validation of engineering modules, including alternative laser sources and modules produced within development projects.
• Modify instrumental and mechanical setups according to individual test requirements.
• Perform mechanical and optical alignment, optimize data-acquisition software, and analyze data.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern