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Optomechanical Summer Intern

Keysight Technologies
United States, California, Santa Clara
5301 Stevens Creek Boulevard (Show on map)
Oct 24, 2025
Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.


Responsibilities

  • Assist in optomechanical design
  • Support the development of components such as lens mounts, optical benches, and alignment fixtures using CAD tools like SolidWorks or Creo.
  • Prototype and test assemblies: Help build and evaluate prototypes, ensuring mechanical stability and optical performance.
  • Perform system integration: Collaborate with optical and mechanical engineers to integrate subsystems into larger platforms.
  • Conduct tolerance and thermal analysis: Analyze how mechanical tolerances and thermal effects impact optical performance.
  • Support documentation: Create and maintain engineering drawings, test reports, and assembly instructions.CAD proficiency
  • Experience with 3D modeling software for mechanical design.
    • Optical simulation tools: Familiarity with Zemax or similar software is a plus.
    • Lab experience: Hands-on skills with optical alignment, metrology tools, and mechanical assembly.
    • Data analysis: Ability to interpret test results and suggest design improvements.

Qualifications

Educational Background

Bachelor's, Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

Technical Skills

  • CAD proficiency: Experience with tools like SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD for mechanical design.
  • Optical design familiarity: Exposure to software like Zemax or Code V is often preferred.
  • Hands-on lab experience: Skills in assembling and aligning optical systems, using metrology tools, and interpreting test data.
  • Basic programming: Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW can be beneficial for automation and data analysis.

Additional Requirements

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities, especially in cross-disciplinary environments.
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required for roles involving government contracts (e.g., at Lockheed Martin or Raytheon).

Santa Clara CA compensation rate: MIN $33.64 - MAX $44.70

Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

Keysight Internship Program Requirements

Candidates who wish to be considered must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university as of September 2026. Applicants who have graduated before September 2026 will not be considered unless they are starting a MS or PHD program after graduating.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

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