Intern, Photonics Design - Advanced Filter Design
About The Position
Ayar Labs is seeking a Photonics Design intern to work on devices for next-generation wavelength-division-multiplexing systems, including advanced passive and tunable optical filters. The intern will leverage the company’s test capabilities and pipeline of previously taped-out devices to identify promising future directions, develop optimized exploratory submissions, and support selection of devices for a future high-impact product PIC. The internship runs from May to August 2027 and is on-site at the San Jose office. The hourly pay range is $50–$60, depending on education level. Immigration support is not available except for F1 status, and relocation support is not provided.
Requirements
- Proficiency with Python.
- Experience writing well-structured code and developing a code base as part of a team.
- Deep understanding of photonic devices, including couplers, micro-ring resonators, and gratings.
- Experience with optical-device simulation and design tools, such as FDTD.
- Actively pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering or another Engineering discipline with a Photonics specialization.
Responsibilities
- Design devices for next-generation wavelength-division-multiplexing systems, including advanced passive and tunable optical filters.
- Use test capabilities and previously taped-out devices to identify promising future directions.
- Develop optimized exploratory submissions.
- Support selection of devices for a future high-impact product PIC.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
