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SRI · 18 hours ago

Intern, Applied Physics

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute known for its work in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The Applied Physics group is seeking summer interns to assist with various projects related to laser and optics alignment, photonic integrated circuit control, and other applied technologies.

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Responsibilities

Working closely with SRI scientists, providing hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art techniques in applied physics and engineering
Support projects ranging from tabletop-based experiments for precision measurement to photonic integrated circuit design, control, and measurement
Students will complete a project presentation at the end of their internship

Qualification

Lab instrumentationPythonMatlabC++OpticsSoldering3D printingFDTD simulationsCCAD modeling

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Physics, Engineering, or a related field
Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred

Coursework in Modern Physics, Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Some experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, function generators, optics, lasers, electronics, soldering, 3D printing), and/or coding (Python, Matlab, C, C++, CAD modeling, FDTD simulations)

Benefits

SRI has a competitive benefits package

Company

An independent non-profit institute headquartered in Silicon Valley, SRI is a global leader in research and development.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$34M
Key Investors
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-10-20Grant· $34M

Leadership Team

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David Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
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Peter Marcotullio
Sr. Vice President, Commercialization
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