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PsiQuantum

Intern, System Architecture

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$47/hr

The optical architecture group are specifically responsible for: * discovering and developing new ... Intern Hourly Pay Rate Chart Education level COMPLETED Hourly Rate Housing/Commuter Stipend ...

Neuralink

Robot Optics Intern

Austin, TX · On-site

$35/hr

As a Robot Optics Intern at Neuralink, you will build, characterize, and calibrate optical and ... Design and simulate optical imaging systems * Test, verify, and maintain vision systems in robots

Neuralink

Robot Optics Intern

Austin, TX · On-site

$35/hr

As a Robot Optics Intern at Neuralink, you will build, characterize, and calibrate optical and ... Design and simulate optical imaging systems * Test, verify, and maintain vision systems in robots

Magna

Intern - Engineering Optics

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full ... Additionally, this position will support optical studies and identified research projects.

Magna

Intern - Engineering Optics

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full ... Learn theory/purpose of optical camera testing including o Color chart measurement o SNR ...

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Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Design (PhD)

Redmond, WA • On-site

Meta
Internet and IT • 10K+ employees
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Posted 20 days ago

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Meta Reality Labs brings together a team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. And just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR and VR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interface, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. Some of those will advance much faster than others, but they all need to happen to enable AR and VR that are so compelling that they become an integral part of our lives.Our internships are twelve to twenty-four weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.
Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Design (PhD) Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners, including communicating research plans, progress, and results
  • Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development
  • Develop next-generation AR/VR displays with an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and understand the perceptual impact of those concepts
  • Collaborate with larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR/VR devices
  • Explore the application of at least one of the following: geometrical optics, diffraction optics, polarization optics, illumination, optical system design
  • This position will have an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and the perceptual impact of those concepts

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Opto-Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computational Imaging or relevant technical field
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
  • 2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas of optical research: physical optics, geometric optics, aberration theory, optical system prototyping
  • 2+ years of experience with optical design programs such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools, FRED, or similar
  • 2+ years of experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences
  • Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op
  • 2+ years of experience in system-level prototyping work, including hands-on prototyping of benchtop optical components
  • Experience working and communicating cross-functionally in a team environment
  • Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences such as JOSA, SPIE, OSA, IEEE, CLEO, or similar

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$7,313/month to $12,667/month + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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