About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, focusing on data analysis, programming, and algorithm development for optical instrumentation. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to design, validate, and improve testing solutions for fiber optic technology. You will receive mentorship from experts while contributing to high-tech product development.
What you'll do#
- Perform laboratory work and build test setups.
- Analyze results and write code using Matlab, Python, or C++.
- Design and develop algorithms for data acquisition and optical instrumentation processing.
- Build and maintain software tools for product operation, calibration, and validation.
- Evaluate how algorithms affect product performance alongside optical instrumentation designers.
- Create strategies for algorithm validation and qualification.
- Assist with other related tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current student in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written.
- Experience or interest in signal processing and instrumentation.
- Knowledge of data filtering and instrumentation processing methods.
- Comfort with programming in Matlab, Python, C++, or C#.
- Curiosity, persistence, and an interest in technology.
- Strong organization, autonomy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple projects.
- Interest in the practical application of measurement.
- Experience with electronics, optical instrumentation, fiber optic handling, or laboratory equipment is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About EXFO
EXFO creates test, measurement, and monitoring equipment for the global communications industry. Founded in 1985, the company provides hardware and software for fixed and mobile network operators, hyperscalers, and research organizations. It specializes in technologies like 5G, fiber optics, and cloud-native networks. The company is based in Quebec and employs over 1,500 people.
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