Intern Optoelectronics Engineer (Photonics)

TL;DR

Intern Optoelectronics Engineer (Photonics): Support data modernization efforts in wafer fabrication operations with an accent on cleaning and standardizing manufacturing data, code migration, and basic image analysis. Focus on preparing data for database upload, converting legacy VB6 code to C#.NET, and labeling data for future ML workflows.

Location: On-site in Billerica, MA, United States

Compensation: $22/hr - $27/hr depending on experience

Company

Global technology leader in photonics and frequency tunable laser solutions serving biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, defense, and aerospace sectors.

What you will do

• Clean, standardize, and prepare wafer-fab data for database upload.
• Support data validation and documentation of sources and formats.
• Assist in converting legacy code (e.g., VB6 to C#.NET) with translation and functional checks.
• Perform basic image feature analysis like particle counting and label data for ML/AI workflows.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Applied Physics, or related fields.
• Exposure to C#, Python, SQL, or LabVIEW.
• Interest in image analysis or feature extraction.
• This position requires compliance with ITAR; visa sponsorship is not available.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience with real wafer-fab workflows in photonics.
• Data modernization and legacy code migration experience.
• Mentorship from experienced engineering staff.
• 8-week internship with possible extension based on performance.