What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Opto-Electronics Device Digital-Twin (PhD Program) position at Coherent Corp.?
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Digital Twin Model Development
Education
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Impactful Work
None.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality And Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities 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 Corp.:
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.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Digital Twin Model Development
- Develop advanced physics-based models for opto-electronic components (e.g., modulators, photodiodes, lasers, and waveguides) using simulation tools such as Lumerical, COMSOL, CST, Zemax, or equivalent.
- Integrate real-world experimental data to enhance model fidelity and predict device behavior under varying operating conditions.
- Employ numerical methods (FDTD, FEM, ray tracing, etc.) for device-level and system-level simulations, leveraging high-performance computing (HPC) environments when necessary.
- Analyze simulation outputs to extract meaningful insights about device performance, reliability, and scalability.
Education
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program focusing on Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, Optoelectronics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record with relevant coursework/research in photonics, semiconductor devices, or electromagnetic theory.
- Hands-on experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, CST, Zemax, ANSYS).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, C , or similar for automation, data processing, and custom model development.
- Familiarity with HPC environments and parallel computing approaches is a plus.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Proven ability to handle complex data sets, apply numerical methods, and draw data-driven conclusions.
- Comfort with troubleshooting simulation anomalies and iterating on model parameters to match real-world performance.
Impactful Work
- Contribute directly to the advancement of next-generation opto-electronic technologies and digital-twin methodologies.
- Onsite work
None.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality And Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities 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 Corp.:
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.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
Salary : $31 - $46
