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Nikon Research Corporation of America · 1 day ago

NRCA Optical Scientist Graduate-Level Intern

Oro Valley, AZ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $30/hr

Nikon Research Corporation of America (NRCA) is a research and development subsidiary of Nikon, Japan, focused on precision mechatronics and optical technologies. They are seeking a highly motivated Optical Scientist Graduate-Level Intern to develop innovative solutions for optical design challenges, involving tasks such as designing, fabricating, and testing mechanical parts or equipment.

Research

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Under guidance from senior scientists or engineers, this representative will work on projects that develop and deliver innovative solutions to a variety of challenging problems or assignments

Responsible for completing individual tasks or assignments that are task or project focused

Designing, fabricating or testing mechanical parts or equipment

Prepare and deliver presentations on completed projects

May be responsible for developing new software for analysis (Software Engineering specialty)

Other duties as required

Qualification

Optical design softwareGeometrical opticsMSPhD in OpticsAnalytical skillsCommunication skills

Required

Good understanding of geometrical and physical optics

Pursuing MS or PhD in Optics

Experience using optical design and modeling software such as FRED, ASAP, LightTools, CODEV, Zemax, RSoft, etc

Good communication skills, particularly in the area of preparing and delivering presentations on a weekly to daily basis

Ability to work safely in a lab or cleanroom environment

Due to export control and International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, in order to be eligible for NPI employment, you must be a U.S. citizen, have a permanent resident status in the U.S. (a “green card”), or a foreign national with eligibility as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.15)

Preferred

Strong analytical background, highly creative, and able to propose innovative solutions to difficult problems, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a small team

Background in geometrical optical design and at least a basic knowledge of linear systems theory as it applies to optical systems (Fourier optics)

Some experience in modeling optical systems using commercial and custom software

Background that includes designing and building experimental optical systems