Intern, Software Automation

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with the manufacturing and automation initiatives and challenges across the site and collaboratively identify project opportunities best aligned to skills
• Research methods to execute on project and propose solutions with recommendation on path forward
• Develop, trial, and implement pilot program and/or deployment to manufacturing
• Present findings or results with recommended path forward

Requirements

• Computer Science/Network Engineering, Engineering, or Mathematics major
• Ability to work creatively in multi-disciplinary teams and strive for innovative solutions
• Experience programming in some combination of C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript, LabView, and/or Unity a must
• SQL or database experience a plus
• Strong analytical and mathematics skills a major plus
• Citizen or permanent resident

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits

• Practical experience in emerging technical fields
• Collaborating hand-in-hand with skilled teams of software engineers
• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with seasoned professionals
• Experience and training in small-project management and execution

Working Conditions

• Work environment can range from office to lab to manufacturing floor.
• Work involving small to large equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform physical tasks in various positions: standing, crouching, kneeling, reaching 
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Perform occasional lab or bench—level test work as needed

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and COHERENT Corporate EHS standards.
• PPE may be required when entering manufacturing areas.

Quality & Environmental Responsibilities

• Responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9001 and other standards within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome 

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.