Winter Optics & Engineering Internship: Hands-On

Optimax Systems, Inc; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimax Systems, Inc is offering a 2027 Winter Internship in the United States. Starting January 2026, interns work up to 40 hours per week with a salary range of $31,200 to $72,000 annually, reflecting academic standing and program of study.

The role provides exposure to optics manufacturing in aerospace and consumer electronics and a culture that emphasizes teamwork and innovation. Interns contribute to diverse projects across design, manufacture, metrology, data analysis, and processes

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Optics, Engineering, Materials Science, Mathematics, Physics, Precision Machining, or a related technical discipline.
• Prior coursework or practical experience in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Metrology is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interns typically support one or more teams, witnessing before participating in actual operations, with assignments shaped to immerse them in the work and the experience.
• Interns have opportunities for additional network building activities/events within the Optimax community and with fellow interns.
• Intern applicants are considered for all intern positions, which can vary widely in focus.
• Demand by major varies by year, influenced by the work being performed at the time along with the number and focus of intern sponsor requests.
• Certain majors are always requested, while other majors may only occasionally be requested.
• Interns have worked on methodology improvement projects, design for manufacture studies, trend identification, determining cause and corrective actions for non-conformances, measurement system development, iterating work instructions, creating or improving tool designs, robotics test and build, mechanical builds, component or integrated system tests, laser power experiments, data analysis, supplier management, and more.

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Optics, Engineering, Materials Science, Mathematics, Physics, Precision Machining, or a related technical discipline. Prior coursework or practical experience in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Metrology is strongly preferred.

Job description

Optimax Systems, Inc is offering a 2027 Winter Internship in the United States. Starting January 2026, interns work up to 40 hours per week with a salary range of $31,200 to $72,000 annually, reflecting academic standing and program of study.

The role provides exposure to optics manufacturing in aerospace and consumer electronics and a culture that emphasizes teamwork and innovation. Interns contribute to diverse projects across design, manufacture, metrology, data analysis, and processes