Summer Optical & Vision Science Engineer Intern

Alcon; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon is offering multiple Optical & Vision Science Engineering Intern positions for a 2027 Summer Internship Program across several U.S. locations, including Goleta, Lake Forest, Johns Creek, Fort Worth, and Houston.

Interns will gain hands-on experience, contribute to real-world projects, and be mentored by professionals while expanding their technical skills. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant degree program, maintain a minimum GPA, and be eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university for at least one semester prior to internship and at least one additional semester following.
• Pursuing at least a bachelor's degree in optics, optical engineering, vision science, imaging, physics, or related major.
• Academic performance: GPA 2.8/4.0 or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g., extracurricular activities or projects).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 10–12 week summer internship with 40 hours per week.
• Work on real-world projects across optical engineering and vision science.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and mentors to advance internship projects.
• Gain hands-on experience with lab equipment and data analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in optics/optical engineering/vision science

Tools

Wavefront sensors

Vision simulators

Job description

Alcon is offering multiple Optical & Vision Science Engineering Intern positions for a 2027 Summer Internship Program across several U.S. locations, including Goleta, Lake Forest, Johns Creek, Fort Worth, and Houston.

Interns will gain hands-on experience, contribute to real-world projects, and be mentored by professionals while expanding their technical skills. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant degree program, maintain a minimum GPA, and be eligible to work in the U.S.