Silicon Photonics Intern - Summer 2025 (Teradyne, North Reading)

Our Purpose 

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne is seeking a highly creative college intern to join our Silicon Photonics Test Solutions Team on-site in North Reading, MA. This team is responsible for developing industry-leading products for measuring silicon photonic devices. You'll work closely with various engineering disciplines, software, test, and operations teams to tackle complex problems and find innovative solutions.

• Collaborate with optical engineers to solve problems
• Experiment with high-precision motion control systems
• Identify and characterize best-in-class components
• Collect and analyze data, presenting findings to the extended design team
• Debug issues with prototype hardware
• Perform basic software coding for lab equipment automation

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in optics, physics, or engineering with an interest or focus on optics
• Hands-on lab experience with optical equipment or fiber optics is a plus
• Proficiency in Excel, with the ability to plot data for analysis
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Eagerness to learn and unafraid to ask questions

This internship will provide you with:

• Guidance and mentorship from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
• Opportunities for immediate impact and career growth
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture

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