Liquid Crystal on Silicon Research Co-op/Intern
Liquid Crystal on Silicon Research Co-op/Intern
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Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!
Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!
Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Regions Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canadas Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.
Position Title: Liquid Crystal on Silicon Research Co-op/Intern
Employment Type: Student Co-op/Intern
Location: Ottawa ON Onsite
Welcome to Lumentum! Were all about harnessing cutting-edge tech to create a brighter more connected future. We are the leaders in optical and photonic products working at the intersection of innovation and impact. Heres what were up to:
Cloud & Networking
- Powering high-speed data transmission for cloud data centers AI/ML enterprise systems and communication services. Think streaming gaming and next-gen techwe make it happen.
Industrial Tech
- Innovating with state-of-the-art lasers used in industries like EVs solar power display technology and semiconductors. Were enabling the future of green tech and advanced manufacturing.
At Lumentum were committed to collaboration inclusivity and empowering our team to shine. Together were shaping the tech of tomorrow while supporting a culture where everyone thrives.
Why Youll Love This Role
The LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) team is part of the Cloud and Networking R&D organization and is based in Ottawa. Lumentum uses LCOS as the switching engine in its industry leading Wavelength Selective Switches (WSS) that are fundamental to global fiber optic communication. Our team is responsible for development and qualification of LCOS for new WSS platforms and their associated testing equipment. The team also troubleshoots issues in LCOS production and researches LCOS fundamentals for a deeper understanding of this core technology. The selected candidate will work closely with teammates and mentors in projects involving lab work LCOS device testing LCOS and measurement equipment control data analysis and more.
The Opportunity
We are looking for 2 candidates for 8-month placements from Jan 2026 through August 2026 4-month placement would be considered but not preferred.
The position would be onsite and will likely involve substantial time in the lab. One of the two candidates will be more focused on LCOS test equipment and their associated software while the other would be more focused on characterizing new LCOS and device failure analysis.
What Youll Be Doing
The LCOS research co-ops responsibilities would include but not be limited to the following:
- Performing tests to validate product designs
- Develop and enhance internally designed and built LCOS test equipment
- Support root cause analysis of novel failure modes
- Support investigations into the performance impact of defects and establishing pass/fail criteria
- Analysis of test and manufacturing data
What Were Looking For
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of optics fundamentals such as polarization refraction and diffraction.
- Experience with coding to support data analysis process automation or modeling
- Familiarity with device concepts like electric polarizability circuits and electronic components
- Experience with common lab equipment like microscopes oscilloscopes multimeters
- Careful record-keeping and creative problem solving
To be considered for this opportunity
- You must be registered full-time or part time in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution
Perks Youll Love
- Free parking
- Free gym
- Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea
- Prayer room
- Games room
Join a Team Thats Shaping the Future
At Lumentum were more than just a workplacewere a launchpad for creativity and innovation. Were committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principlesInnovate Engage Deliver Excel and Winarent just words; theyre the heart of what we do.
Lets Build a Brighter Future Together!
Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger sparks creativity and drives our success.
Please contact us at to request accommodation.
Join usyour future starts here!
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
