Process Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Description

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ : LASR). About the Internship nLIGHT is currently recruiting for an Engineering student to intern with us for the summer of 2026. This internship is a 10 to 12-week program that offers challenging assignments, projects, and career development opportunities to enhance your professional growth. You will also earn a competitive wage based on your discipline and academic class status. About the Team Process Engineering is responsible for developing manufacturing and test processes for optical fiber laser systems, from concept to end-of-life; working closely with design engineers such as Optical, Mechanical, Electrical and Software; working with Production teams to manufacture complex fiber laser systems. What You Can Expect to Learn

• Optical fiber handling, cleaving, cleaning, fusion splicing
• Optical fiber testing and test equipment : oscilloscope, Optical Power Meter, DMM, Optical Spectrometer, Optical Beam Characterization tools
• Design of Experiments, statistical analysis using JMP, Minitab or Excel
• Structured problem-solving methodologies

What You Can Expect to Do

Who You Are

Minimum Job Requirements

Intern Social Events Our interns can expect adventures in the PNW, board game nights at local breweries / coffee shops, Happy Hour networking events with Senior Leadership, and much more! To Apply A completed online application is required. You must include a resume and current transcript. Ensure that your graduation date and GPA are listed on your resume. Failure to attach a resume and transcript will eliminate you from the selection process.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay depends on level of education completed :

Benefits