Optical Engineer Intern
About The Position
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Overview Lumentum is seeking an Optical Module Design & Simulation Intern to support high-density interconnect module development for advanced optical communication systems. This internship is designed as a conversion-track opportunity, intended to identify and develop high-potential candidates for potential full-time Optical Engineering roles in San Jose upon graduation (subject to business needs and performance). You will contribute to real product development efforts, combining advanced optical modeling with hands-on laboratory validation to influence next-generation module designs. This role is onsite in San Jose, California.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master’s or PhD degree in: Optical Engineering Physics Electrical Engineering Photonics or related field
- Strong academic foundation in: Laser fundamentals Photodetectors Fiber optic communication principles Electromagnetic wave propagation or optical physics
Nice To Haves
- Experience with optical simulation or modeling tools
- Familiarity with optical alignment and characterization methods
- Experience working in a research laboratory environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to bridge theoretical modeling with experimental validation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Quick learner and can easily adapt to change
Responsibilities
- Perform optical simulations and modeling to support high-density interconnect module design
- Analyze optical performance including loss mechanisms, coupling efficiency, and signal integrity
- Develop and refine simulation models to support design optimization
- Conduct hands-on laboratory testing and characterization of optical components and subsystems
- Correlate modeling results with experimental data and propose design improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
- Prepare technical documentation and present findings to senior engineers
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Career Level
Intern
