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Intern - Engineering Optics

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Auburn Hills, MI
Internship
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Auburn Hills, MI
Internship
Supports optical engineers with in-lab camera and lens testing, including color chart, SNR, HDR, MTF, and through-focus measurements. Assists with optical studies, research projects, and continuous improvement of testing methods. The intern will define, scope, and plan an optical project while developing technical, analytical, and professional communication skills.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Responsibilities:

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Optics Engineering Intern position will support the Optical Engineers with a variety of in-lab testing. This position will also brainstorm continuous improvement methods for optical engineering testing approaches. Additionally, this position will support optical studies and identified research projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
•    Learn theory/purpose of optical camera testing including
o    Color chart measurement
o    SNR measurement
o    High Dynamic Range measurement
o    MTF measurement
o    Through focus lens measurement
•    Assist Optical Engineers with optics testing (above)
•    Brainstorm methods to improve optical testing (above)
•    Support optical studies and projects
•    Define/scope/plan optical project of mutual benefit

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Some related experience preferred

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
•    High School Diploma 
•    Currently Attending a College or University
•    Major in engineering physics, mechanical engineering, optics or relative field

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS: 
•    Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
•    Professional Communication skills (written and verbal) 
•    Strong technical and analytical competence in select areas of technology.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Power Point)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
•    Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Student / Co-Op

Group:

Magna Electronics

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