Applied Optics/Physics Intern

Job Title: Applied Optics/Physics Intern Reports to: Principal Scientist

• Applied Optimization is an engineering R&D firm working on day and night observations of the sky in the visible and infrared, along with archiving, reporting, and analyzing the collected data.
• Provide direct hands-on responsibility for theoretical prediction, numerical modeling, high quality data acquisition, reporting, analysis, and interpretation. Support
• Meticulous, detail-oriented individual who brings consistent quality and reliability to the collection and analysis of atmospheric and astronomy data.

• Support theoretical development and mathematical modeling and simulation
• Perform Fourier transform calculations for linear system
• Support the analytical derivation of circular and vortex beams for optical propagation in atmospheric turbulence
• Support optical engineering modifications of new generation telescope equipment.
• Perform optical bench experiments to support customer requirements
• Support the collection, reduction, and analysis of astronomy and atmospheric data using ground-based telescope equipment
• Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work
• Other duties as assigned

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a program related to the field of physics, astronomy, optics, or engineering physics with a superior academic record