About the role#
We are looking for a graduate intern to join our laser validation group. You will work within the laser development team to inspect the conformance of laser chips to specifications and explore their operational limits. You will be mentored by a senior engineer while working alongside an experienced team to develop our laser source product.
What you'll do#
- Execute tests and experiments to validate and verify laser die performance.
- Help with instrumental and mechanical set up modifications.
- Perform mechanical and optical alignment.
- Optimize data acquisition software.
- Conduct data analysis.
What you'll need#
- Active pursuit of an M.S. or Ph.D in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Optics.
- Completed coursework in physics or engineering, including areas like electrodynamics, calculus, solid state physics, or optics.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Hands-on experience working in a research lab with optoelectronic test setups.
- Ability to work independently and complete assigned projects.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027, running from May to August.
- The role is based on-site in San Jose, California.
- Please note that there is no immigration or relocation support provided for this position.
About Ayar Labs
Ayar Labs develops optical I/O technology for AI infrastructure. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, the company employs between 51 and 200 people. Its hardware solutions aim to improve data movement efficiency for AI training and inference. The company operates as a privately held entity within the computer hardware manufacturing sector.
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