Process Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

nLIGHT • Camas, WA

9d • $26 - $28

About The Position

nLIGHT is currently recruiting for an Engineering student to intern with us for the summer of 2026. This internship is a 10 to 12-week program that offers challenging assignments, projects, and career development opportunities to enhance your professional growth. You will also earn a competitive wage based on your discipline and academic class status.

Requirements

• You must be working toward a degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• You must have completed (at a minimum) your sophomore year in college
• You must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above to be considered
• Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment: frock, mask, booties, gloves, hair net, laser safety goggles
• Ability to use hand-tools, turn a wrench, tighten a screw, connect water hoses, electrical cables, etc

Nice To Haves

• You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• You take initiative and have an eagerness to learn
• You have experience with data analysis and modeling (CAD, Python, Matlab, excel, etc)

Responsibilities

• Optical fiber fusion splice process development/optimization using DOE and statistical analysis
• Design/develop method and hardware for dispensing viscous material in a precise location and amount
• Analyze, design, develop optical fiber management tooling for manufacturing test benches
• Record/study touch times and level load mechanical assembly processes
• Design a rail-based laser mounting system for multiple product styles that enable single test station utilization

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits including Prescription and Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees