Looking for an internship in an industry focused on designing, developing, and rapidly deploying solutions to problems of national importance? ARA’s Littleton, Colorado facility supports research and development efforts in the following areas: electromechanical design, optics, prototyping, hearing, and ballistics. The optics group is a relatively new lab focused on developing novel methodologies to tackle today’s problems around critical materials processing, advanced optical sensors, and energy. If engaging in these research topics excite you, we want to hear from you! 

What you’ll do as a Laser Scientist/Engineer Intern

Design and perform optical experiments ranging from material processing to spectroscopy Collect and analyze data using MATLAB, Python, or similar programming language Engage with and receive mentorship from experienced researchers

Position Requirements:

Undergraduate student in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related field Able to work on-site work at ARA’s Littleton, Colorado facility Excellent communication and documentation skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Enthusiasm for learning and a strong work ethic US Citizen

Technical Preferences:

Experience working with common laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMM, etc.) Basic understanding of lasers and optics (coursework inclusive) Proficiency using MATLAB, Python, or similar programming language