Summer 2025 – R&D Optics Intern

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an R&D Optics Engineer Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects that help shape the future of eye care. This internship is based at our Fort Worth, TX location.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Carry out extensive research in optical design and optical metrology using AI (Artificial Intelligence), primarily in accommodative and refractive correction research areas.
• Design proprietary optics optimized for human vision and provide reliable optical metrology for performance inspection.
• Plan, conduct, and execute IOL (Intraocular Lens)-related research and development under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship, and at least one additional semester following your internship

• Must be pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree in Optics, Physics, Data Science, or Computer Science.

• Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects).
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis.  Students on an F1 visa with CPT work authorization may be accommodated.
• Ability to commit to a 10-12 weeks summer internship, full time (40 hrs./week) project .

Preferred requirements:

• Experience with optical design, optical engineering, and optical software like Zemax or Code V.
• Experience with artificial intelligence.

How to Thrive at Alcon:

• Manage your own workload and schedule while hitting your set targets.
• Build positive working relationships to achieve positive goals and business objectives.
• Balance experiencing new environments and working autonomously in a collaborative setting.
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, and much more!

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