About the role#
VIAVI Solutions is looking for an Electrical & Optical Engineering Intern to join our team in Indianapolis. You will work within our R&D group to support the design, development, and testing of optical and electrical systems. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers hands-on experience across our product lines.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design, simulation, and analysis of electrical circuits and optical components.
- Conduct laboratory experiments, collect data, and perform preliminary analysis on prototypes and existing systems.
- Support the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical and optical modules.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of test procedures and fixtures.
- Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on project progress.
- Document experimental results and findings in a clear manner.
- Collaborate with senior engineers on various projects.
- Research new technologies, components, and methodologies relevant to optical and electrical engineering.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- A strong foundational understanding of electrical circuit theory, electromagnetism, and optics.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, optical spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Experience with simulation tools like SPICE, Zemax, or COMSOL is a plus.
- Basic programming skills in Python or MATLAB for data acquisition and analysis are desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI Solutions provides hardware and software platforms for physical, virtual, and hybrid networks. The company also produces anti-counterfeiting solutions for currency authentication. It serves mobile operators, governmental entities, and enterprise network providers. Based in Chandler, Arizona, the company employs over 5,000 people.
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