2026 Winter Internship

Optimax Systems Inc.•Town of Ontario, NY

1d•$31,200 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

Interns typically support one or more teams, witnessing before participating in actual operations, with assignments shaped to immerse them in the work and the experience. Interns have opportunities for additional network building activities/events within the Optimax community and with fellow interns. Intern applicants are considered for all intern positions, which can vary widely in focus. Demand by major varies by year, influenced by the work being performed at the time along with the number and focus of intern sponsor requests. Certain majors are always requested, while other majors may only occasionally be requested. Interns have worked on methodology improvement projects, design for manufacture studies, trend identification, determining cause and corrective actions for non-conformances, measurement system development, iterating work instructions, creating or improving tool designs, robotics test and build, mechanical builds, component or integrated system tests, laser power experiments, data analysis, supplier management, and more.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Optics, Engineering, Materials Science, Mathematics, Physics, Precision Machining, or a related technical discipline.
At least 18 years of age by start date of internship assignment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; F-1 Visas are not currently sponsored by Optimax.
Accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness.
Enthusiasm for learning new things with a positive attitude.
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Analytical troubleshooting – determine root cause and select a best fix.
Ability to build proper problem statements.
Initiative to seek out new skills and techniques.
Written and verbal communication skills - able to adjust communication to audience.
Ability to work in multiple functions while maintaining the flow of information.

Nice To Haves

Prior coursework or practical experience in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Metrology is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support one or more teams, witnessing before participating in actual operations.
Participate in network building activities/events within the Optimax community and with fellow interns.
Work on methodology improvement projects.
Conduct design for manufacture studies.
Identify trends.
Determine cause and corrective actions for non-conformances.
Develop measurement systems.
Iterate work instructions.
Create or improve tool designs.
Perform robotics test and build.
Conduct mechanical builds.
Perform component or integrated system tests.
Conduct laser power experiments.
Analyze data.
Manage suppliers.