About the role#
Alcon is hiring Electrical and Computer Engineering Interns for the 2027 summer program. This position offers the chance to work on real projects while building technical skills and networking with professionals. You will receive coaching and development throughout your time with the team.
What you'll do#
- Design or enhance custom laboratory and research equipment using CAD, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and controls.
- Develop embedded software and firmware for 32-bit microcontrollers using C/C++, real-time operating systems, and embedded Linux.
- Debug electronic and embedded systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and power supplies.
- Support manufacturing automation projects involving cobots, programming, and machine-vision systems.
- Create robotics applications for patient positioning, including simulation-to-real training and deployment.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited university for at least one semester before and after the internship.
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronics, computer engineering, embedded, firmware, robotics, or a related major.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0.
- Ability to commit to a 10 to 12-week, full-time (40 hours per week) summer internship.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Locations: Fort Worth, TX; Lake Forest, CA; Johns Creek, GA; Houston, TX; and Goleta, CA.
About Alcon
Founded in 1945 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, Alcon is a public company specializing in the manufacturing of medical equipment and pharmaceuticals for eye care. The organization employs over 10,000 people to develop surgical and vision care products that treat conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal diseases. Its portfolio of ophthalmology solutions serves patients across more than 140 countries.
