About the role#
This internship at the Langley Research Center focuses on the experimental fabrication of advanced optical structures and devices for aerospace applications. You will work primarily in a cleanroom environment to develop prototypes, gaining hands-on experience with specialized fabrication and measurement processes.
What you'll do#
- Fabricate advanced optical structures and devices using nanofabrication techniques.
- Perform thin-film deposition, etching, and lithography processes.
- Handle and process wafer substrates.
- Test developed structures using specialized optical measurement systems.
- Conduct optical modeling and analyze experimental data.
What you'll need#
- Current or recent enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate STEM program, such as Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering.
- Basic familiarity with laboratory safety and practices.
- Coursework or experience related to nanofabrication and wafer metrology.
- Ability to work with experimental data and maintain strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn new protocols and instrumentation.
- Preferred: Prior cleanroom experience, familiarity with metrology techniques, and experience with data analysis software like Python, MATLAB, or Excel.
- Preferred: Academic background in optics, photonics, materials science, or spectroscopic methods.
Location & details#
- Location: Hampton, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Status: Full-time internship.
- Citizenship: US Citizen only.
About NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is a government agency founded in 1958. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space exploration, and science. The organization operates from various locations across the United States, including its headquarters in Washington, DC. With over 53,000 employees, it manages missions involving rockets, spacecraft, and Earth observation.
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