Optical & Electrical Engineering Intern

Viavi Solutions Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions Inc. is seeking an Optical & Electrical Engineering Intern to contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced optical and electrical systems for our network test and measurement solutions.

This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment and exposes you to real-world hardware challenges. You will work under experienced engineers, perform circuit and optical module prototyping, data analysis with MATLAB and Python, and assist in test plans

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field.
• Fundamental circuit design principles, analog and digital electronics.
• Familiarity with optical components or optical communication systems is a plus.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (MATLAB, Python, Excel).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, simulation, and prototyping of electrical circuits and optical modules.
• Conduct laboratory testing and characterization of hardware components and systems, including data acquisition and analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans, analyze results, and document findings.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and debugging hardware issues.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical discussions.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, components, and methodologies.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, designs, and analysis.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Excel

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Excel

Job description

Summary

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company - to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Optical & Electrical Engineering Intern at Viavi Solutions, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced optical and electrical systems for our cutting-edge network test and measurement solutions. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, simulation, and prototyping of electrical circuits and optical modules.
• Conduct laboratory testing and characterization of hardware components and systems, including data acquisition and analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans, analyze results, and document findings.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and debugging hardware issues.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical discussions.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, components, and methodologies.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, designs, and analysis.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of circuit design principles, analog and digital electronics.
• Familiarity with optical components, fiber optics, or optical communication systems is a plus.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Excel).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer - minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

VIAVI empowers Service Providers and IT organizations to manage the network lifecycle for complex 5G and Fiber networks with intuitive instruments, systems and technologies; and our expertise in light management and optical coatings help protect the world's bank notes from counterfeiters, enhance the colors you see, and enable advanced technology such as 3D sensing. We are a team of thought leaders who have the freedom to support and innovate and look for new effective and efficient solutions for our customers.