Optical Engineer Intern

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

The Newington Optical R&D group is looking for a summer intern for applied (experimental) optical research. The group is responsible for a variety of optical topics from fiber-optical amplifier design to factory automation. The ideal candidate would have a background in optics & fiber optics, be lab oriented, be able to work independently, and be organized. There are several different research opportunities available to pursue, which will be discussed after hiring. The projects range from fundamental research (paper research, computer simulation, lab experiments, etc.) to recipe/workstation verification and qualification. The intern would work independently, but closely with several members of the Optical R&D group. At the end of the summer, the intern will have learned more about sub-sea fiber optical communication, as well as optical research skills.

Responsibilities 

• Essential Functions: Experimental research: literature review, computer simulations, experimental setup and data collection, data analysis and report generation (Word, PowerPoint)
• Other Functions: Light machining/assembly, soldering

Qualifications 

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Optics, computer programing, electronics, (Optional: SolidWorks, fundamentals of automation)
• Minimum Qualifications: Minimum level of education: Junior in Engineering or Physics.
• Success Factors: Self-starter, curious, inquisitive, and confident

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation