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This role requires someone who is a quick learner, highly motivated, able to work individually and with a team who possesses excellent communication skills.\nResponsibilities:\n· Support research and laboratory experiments\n· Assist in aligning, characterizing and troubleshooting laser setups\n· Collaborate with engineers and scientists on documentation\n· Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safe lab practices\nMinimum Qualifications:\n· Currently pursuing a BS in optical sciences, optical engineering, physics, or a related field\n· Current minimum GPA: 3.2\n· Experience with optical laboratory setups & alignment techniques\n· Familiarity with lab instruments such as power meters, spectrometers and oscilloscopes\n· Strong interest in laser systems, optical design and experimental physics\n· Proficiency with Microsoft applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)\nDesired:\n· Some programming experience such as LabView, MATLAB, Python, or similar data analysis tools\n· Knowledge of optical design software like Zemax\n· Coursework in optics and/or lasers\nWhat's in It for You:\n· Hands-on experience working with advanced laser and optical systems\n· Mentorship from experienced engineers and scientists\n· Exposure to cutting-edge research and development\nIf interested, please submit your application to jbergevin(at)beyondphotonics(dot)com\nJob Type: Internship\nPay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nWork Location: In person","company":"Beyond Photonics","rawCompany":"beyond photonics","city":"Boulder","state":"CO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-11T15:39:05.085Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.07","title":"Photonics Engineers","slug":"photonics-engineers"},{"code":"17-3029.08","title":"Photonics Technicians","slug":"photonics-technicians"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"339115","title":"Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing","slug":"ophthalmic-goods-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Optical Engineering Intern","description":"Job Title: Optical Engineering Intern\nLocation: Boulder, CO\nType: Internship\nAbout the Organization:\nBeyond Photonics is a design and advanced development company located in Boulder, on the Front Range of Colorado. 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