2027 Photonics Technical Content Intern (R20546)

MKS; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Job summary

MKS is seeking a Photonics technical content intern to collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate Marketing. You will create high-quality, technically accurate content that showcases photonics solutions and helps customers understand performance, applications, and value.

This onsite role is based at Irvine, California. You will gather insights from engineers and PMs, develop application notes, product descriptions, white papers, and guides, and support content for

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in photonics, physics, engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years in technical writing, content development, or technical marketing in photonics or related tech.
• Ability to translate complex tech into clear, engaging content for varied audiences.
• Experience collaborating with engineers and product managers.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical content such as notes, product descriptions, white papers, and guides.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and PMs to gather insights for messaging.
• Support content for product launches and campaigns across channels.
• Ensure content meets brand standards, technical accuracy, and compliance.
• Maintain content libraries and documentation processes for version control.
• Support multimedia content with diagrams, videos, and animations.
• Use analytics and stakeholder feedback to improve content effectiveness.

Skills

Technical writing

Content development

Cross-functional collaboration

CMS proficiency

Digital marketing tools

Analytics basics

Attention to detail

Education

MS or PhD in Photonics/Physics/Engineering

Tools

CMS

Analytics tools

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As a Photonics technical content intern at MKS, you will collaborate closely with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate Marketing to create high-quality, technically accurate content that showcases our photonics solutions and supports customer understanding. You will be responsible for developing engaging technical materials that help communicate the value, performance, and applications of our products. This onsite role is based at our Irvine, California facility, and you will report to the Technical Content Marketing Manager within the Strategic Marketing organization.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Developing clear, accurate, and compelling technical content such as application notes, product descriptions, white papers, technical guides, and educational resources.

• Partnering with engineers, scientists, and product managers to gather technical insights and translate them into customer-focused messaging.

• Supporting content needs for product launches, marketing campaigns, and lifecycle materials across multiple channels.

• Ensuring all content aligns with brand standards, technical accuracy, and regulatory or compliance guidelines.

• Helping maintain content libraries and documentation processes for version control, consistency, and cross-functional accessibility.

• Collaborating with the marketing and creative teams to support multimedia content such as diagrams, videos, and animations.

• Using analytics and stakeholder feedback to refine and improve content effectiveness over time.

Skills You Bring:

• Enrolled in an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in process for Photonics, Physics, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in technical writing, content development, or technical marketing within photonics, optics, lasers, or other high-technology sectors.

• Strong ability to convert complex technical information into clear, engaging content for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience collaborating with technical subject-matter experts and cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency with content management systems, digital marketing tools, and basic analytics platforms.

• Excellent written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience working with photonics systems, optics setups, lasers, or related instrumentation.

• Familiarity with visual content development (diagrams, schematics, or basic multimedia editing).

• Experience supporting product launches or global marketing campaigns.

• Understanding of SEO and digital content best practices.

• Strong organizational and project-tracking skills in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Standard office environment with extended periods of computer use.

Occasional travel to trade shows, internal sites, or customer locations may be required.

Ability to participate in meetings, interviews, and collaborative workshops across global teams.

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly Pay Range: $20.00 to $33.00 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of November 2026; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.