Title: Optical Engineering Intern Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States of America Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Full time Sidebar Info: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Technology innovation that fosters business transformation. We Are In the Acceleration Business We help customers use technology to slash the time it takes to turn ideas into value. In turn, they transform industries, markets and lives. Some of our customers run traditional IT environments. Most are transitioning to a secure, cloud-enabled, mobile-friendly infrastructure. Many rely on a combination of both. Wherever they are in that journey, we provide the technology and solutions to help them succeed. Standards of Business Conduct (SBC) The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Standards of Business Conduct (SBC) embody the fundamental principles that govern our ethical and legal obligations to Hewlett Packard Enterprise. They pertain not only to our conduct within the company but also to conduct involving our customers, channel partners, suppliers and competitors. Read more about how we win the right way. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Hewlett Packard Enterprise provides equal employment opportunity to any employee or applicant without regard to sex, gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, uniformed service status, familial status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you’d like more information about your EEO right as an applicant under the law, please click here: Know Your Rights. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law - Supplement E-Verify (US & PR only) HPE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information click here . Accessibility HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here . Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability. Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Data Please ensure the resume you submit to us does not include any sensitive personal data. Sensitive personal data includes data revealing information about your racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health, sex life or sexual orientation. To the extent the resume you submit does contain this type of personal data, you consent to the storing and processing of this data by HPE for the purpose of reviewing and managing your application.
Job Description: Optical Engineering Intern This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.Who We Are:Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.Job Description: The HPE Optical Engineering team is seeking a motivated Intern to support the development, testing, and automation of next-generation optical networking solutions. This role offers exposure to a wide range of activities, including optical module validation, test automation, firmware verification, AI-driven workflow development, and advanced high-speed networking technologies. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to projects supporting 400G, 800G, and emerging 1.6T optical products.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain automated test solutions using Python, LabVIEW, and related tools.Support Design Verification Testing (DVT) and characterization of optical transceivers and networking hardware.Assist with optical module performance testing, data analysis, and report generation.Contribute to firmware validation and testing activities for active electrical loopback (ELB) modules and related hardware platforms.Explore and develop AI-based tools and agents to improve engineering workflows, data analysis, and productivity.Analyze test results, identify issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive resolution.Education & ExperienceCurrently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.Experience through coursework, co-op terms, personal projects, or research in software development, hardware testing, or networking technologies.Exposure to laboratory environments, automation, or embedded systems is an asset.Knowledge & SkillsProgramming experience in Python; familiarity with LabVIEW is a plus.Understanding of basic networking concepts and communication protocols.Interest in optical communications, fiber-optic systems, or high-speed digital design.Familiarity with scripting, data analysis, and test automation methodologies.Exposure to firmware, embedded systems, or hardware debugging is beneficial.Knowledge of AI/ML tools, LLMs, or agent-based workflows is an asset.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment.What You'll GainHands-on experience with industry-leading optical networking products.Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including coherent optics, 800G/1.6T networking, automation, firmware validation, and AI-enabled engineering workflows.Mentorship from experienced optical, hardware, firmware, and software engineers.AccessibilityHPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. 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