R&D Internship in Technology Development

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 and software engineering. 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 in January 2027.

Tasks

- Assistance in the development of new products with a focus on material questions and software engineering

- Software engineering for machine control and dataanalysis

- 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

- 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 in English and Relevant certificates
 
 
Please note: We do NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.