R&D Internship in Technology Development

Dietikon, Zurich, Switzerland
Engineering – Optotune /
Internship /
On-site
Optotune is a strongly growing and internationally active optics company based in Dietikon, Switzerland. We develop, manufacture and market the latest generation of adaptive optical elements for industrial- and consumer markets.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our research and development team working on technology development. The content of this internship will be the development of new products with a focus on material questions. The R&D intern will work under the guidance of senior engineers to assist with ongoing research, development, and testing of new products. This is a full-time internship position for a duration of a minimum 6 months, starting as soon as available.

Tasks

    • Assistance in the development of new products with a focus on material questions
    • Design of the software required to understand the materials aspects
    • Conduction of test runs and analysis of experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and tools
    • Collaboration with team members on the design of the products
    • Participation in team meetings and contribution to team discussions and problem-solving
    • Maintenance of accurate and organized records of experimental data and results
    • Development of small hardware components (electronics, firmware) is possible

Requirements

    • Finished or currently enrolled in an MSc degree in material science, physics, mechanical, electrical, or optical engineering or a related field
    • Experience in an optical, chemical, or similar laboratory
    • Understanding basic optics and physics principles
    • Some experience in programming and data analysis
    • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
    • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
    • Experience in electronics is a plus

Benefits

    • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of liquid lenses
    • Gain hands-on experience with experimental design and data analysis
    • Exposure to a fast-paced, innovative R&D environment
    • Mentorship from experienced engineers
    • Potential for future employment opportunities
Join Us for a Technology Development Internship!
Are you seeking a challenging internship in a cutting-edge tech environment? Are you eager to apply your skills to help bring innovative products to life? If so, we would love to meet you!
Requirements: CV and Relevant certificates


Please note: We do NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.