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Job Title:  R&D Intern - Summer 2025

Location: 

Middlefield, CT, US, 06455

Business Unit:  Zygo
Posting Date:  Feb 10, 2025
Job Description: 

Are you ready to gain hands-on experience and contribute to innovative engineering projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment?

 

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety.

 

As an R&D Intern, you will embark on an exciting 11-week journey, working on impactful projects that allow you to develop essential engineering skills and contribute to meaningful advancements in our products and processes.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Research Project: Work on a self-contained research project that includes learning about a new technique, modeling its key properties, and designing and implementing a demonstrator (paper study, hardware, software, or a combination).
  • Mathematics and Physics: Apply solid mathematics and physics education to the project.
  • Optical Interferometry: Utilize familiarity with optical interferometry and experience with data taking and analysis.
  • Software Programming: Use software programming skills and experience to contribute to the project.
  • Organizational Skills: Demonstrate strong organizational skills and a desire to learn new things.

 

Preferred Majors or Coursework

  • Optical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Computer Science (AI)

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Mathematics and Physics Knowledge: Solid education in mathematics and physics.
  • Optical Instrumentation: Familiarity with optical instruments and experience with data taking and analysis.
  • Programming Skills: Proficiency in software programming.
  • Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

 

Why Join Us?

  • Hands-On Experience: Work on real-world engineering projects with a measurable impact on product performance and development.
  • Collaborate with Experts: Gain insights and mentorship from experienced professionals in optical engineering and physics.
  • Career Development: Build a strong foundation in research, development, and product testing.
  • Inclusive Environment: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and fosters professional growth.

 

How to Apply

Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career and bring your unique perspective to our team? Submit your application and let us know how you can contribute to developing innovative solutions for Zygo products. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

*Due to the nature of Zygo’s programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code

 

Compensation

Employee Type:  Hourly
Salary Minimum:  $40,000
Salary Maximum:  $50,000
Incentive:  No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting.  The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.


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