Test and Measurement (Electro-optic Test) Co-op

Category: Engineering Subscribe: New Job AlertsRSS Job Feed Department: Engineering Locations: Albany, NY Posted: Apr 28, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Internship Salary Type: Hourly Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Position ID: 199931 ShareAbout NY Creates:NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.Job Description:Position Summary, Test And Measurement (Electro-optic Test) Co-opThis co-op position is based in Rochester, NY and is responsible for performing electro-optic measurements on photonic chips.Key ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and learn testing procedures for various electro-optic measurementsDevelop test setups and perform measurements for internal and external projectsDevelop automation scripts to improve measurement efficiencyDevelop scripts and tools for analyzing data, extracting parameters, and conclusionsDocument best working practices and present results to stakeholdersRequirements:Minimum Qualifications, Test And Measurement (Electro-optic Test) Co-opMasters or PhD student in Electrical Engineering or Physics with academic focus in Photonics/OpticsUnderstanding of concepts in electronics, photonicsUnderstanding of test and measurement techniques for electrical and photonics measurements1-year laboratory experience working with test setups and measurementsExperience coding and scripting in PythonThis position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check.Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.BenefitsMedical, Vision, and DentalCompetitive Pay and PTOFlexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care AccountsBasic / Optional Life InsurancePost-Retirement Health InsuranceEmployer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service. Optional employee contributed retirement account. Location: Rochester, NYSalary Range: $25/hrPosted salary rates are determined upon experience and educationAdditional Information:NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.