CareerPlan

2027 Photonics Technologies Undergraduate Intern

El Segundo, CA, USInternship2026-10-21 → 2026-11-11
On-siteCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Undergraduate intern conducting laboratory and theoretical research on advanced photonic technologies (quantum, RF, microwave photonics) for space systems.

Role type

Undergraduate Research Intern (Photonics)

Builds

Research findings and device characterization for national security space systems

Domain

Aerospace / Photonics / Quantum Technologies

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, Mathematica), Basic electrical engineering and physics principles, Laboratory characterization, System simulations

Preferred skills

Advanced EE/Physics coursework, Photonics simulation packages (Lumerical, HFSS, Comsol), Independent research experience, Claude Code proficiency

Technologies

Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, Lumerical, HFSS, Comsol

Responsibilities

Participate in interdisciplinary lab and theoretical research, Apply techniques for scientific/engineering tasks, Develop novel analysis techniques, Present results to management, Interact with senior staff

Seniority

Undergraduate Intern