Summer 2026 TQE Internship

Thorlabs, Inc.•Jessup, MD

36d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Thorlabs Quantum Electronics based in Jessup; MD is seeking for Summer 2026 interns to join our team. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into our business, contribute to real-world projects, and engage with a global organization. We anticipate offering several internships, primarily in Engineering, with potential openings in other business areas as well. The interns hired for this position should expect to learn facets of engineering and manufacturing, and you will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge. Also, this internship program is highly regarded in our field, so successful participation will be a great addition to your resume. This position requires full-time availability from mid-May to August and offers an opportunity to gain valuable skills and industry insights over the summer. Housing and relocation expenses are at the responsibility of the applicant and will not be covered by the company. This position requires full-time availability from mid-May to August and offers an opportunity to gain valuable skills and industry insights over the summer. Application deadline: December 19th Salary range $20.00 - $25.00 per hour based on Degree. Purpose of the Position We're looking for an entrepreneurial, self-motivated intern who is excited to learn and contribute to cutting edge projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role is suited for someone at the entry to mid-level with a strong foundation in mechanical and/or optical design. The ideal candidate will bring a solid technical background and hands-on experience in areas such as fiber optics, mechanical design, laser optics, polarization, and telecommunications.

Requirements

Course work in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related areas
Technical knowledge in the field of photonics with hands on lab experience
Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Python

Responsibilities

Work under the direction of a mentor to learn job skills and manage projects
Complete projects in such areas as Research & Development, Product Development, and Process Improvement
Create presentations summarizing work completed and present to a panel of technical staff
Learn technical skills and software programs in the field of Photonics
Hands on experience with Manufacturing processes
Must maintain a safe and clean working environment through compliance with procedures, policies, and regulations.
Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

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