Summer 2025 – R&D Optics Intern jobs in United States
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Alcon · 3 weeks ago

Summer 2025 – R&D Optics Intern

Alcon is a global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. As an R&D Optics Engineer Intern, you will contribute to innovative research and development projects focused on optical design and metrology, primarily related to accommodative and refractive correction.

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Responsibilities

Carry out extensive research in optical design and optical metrology using AI (Artificial Intelligence), primarily in accommodative and refractive correction research areas
Design proprietary optics optimized for human vision and provide reliable optical metrology for performance inspection
Plan, conduct, and execute IOL (Intraocular Lens)-related research and development under general supervision

Qualification

OpticsOptical designArtificial IntelligenceOptical softwareData ScienceLeadership skills

Required

Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship, and at least one additional semester following your internship
Must be pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree in Optics, Physics, Data Science, or Computer Science
Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0
Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects)
Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis. Students on an F1 visa with CPT work authorization may be accommodated
Ability to commit to a 10-12 weeks summer internship, full time (40 hrs./week) project

Preferred

Experience with optical design, optical engineering, and optical software like Zemax or Code V
Experience with artificial intelligence

Benefits

Health
Life
Retirement
Flexible time off for exempt associates
And much more!

Company

Alcon specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative medicines and devices to serve the cycle of eye care.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2010-12-15Acquired
2002-03-21IPO

Leadership Team

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David Endicott
Chief Executive Officer
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Tim Stonesifer
Chief Financial Officer
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