Optical Engineering Intern
$35 - $41 per hourHewlett Packard Enterprise
Optical Engineering InternThis role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office. Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
The HPE Optical Engineering team is seeking a motivated Intern to support the development, testing, and automation of next-generation optical networking solutions. This role offers exposure to a wide range of activities, including optical module validation, test automation, firmware verification, AI-driven workflow development, and advanced high-speed networking technologies. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to projects supporting 400G, 800G, and emerging 1.6T optical products.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain automated test solutions using Python, LabVIEW, and related tools.
Support Design Verification Testing (DVT) and characterization of optical transceivers and networking hardware.
Assist with optical module performance testing, data analysis, and report generation.
Contribute to firmware validation and testing activities for active electrical loopback (ELB) modules and related hardware platforms.
Explore and develop AI-based tools and agents to improve engineering workflows, data analysis, and productivity.
Analyze test results, identify issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive resolution.
Education & Experience
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
Experience through coursework, co-op terms, personal projects, or research in software development, hardware testing, or networking technologies.
Exposure to laboratory environments, automation, or embedded systems is an asset.
Knowledge & Skills
Programming experience in Python; familiarity with LabVIEW is a plus.
Understanding of basic networking concepts and communication protocols.
Interest in optical communications, fiber-optic systems, or high-speed digital design.
Familiarity with scripting, data analysis, and test automation methodologies.
Exposure to firmware, embedded systems, or hardware debugging is beneficial.
Knowledge of AI/ML tools, LLMs, or agent-based workflows is an asset.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment.
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience with industry-leading optical networking products.
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including coherent optics, 800G/1.6T networking, automation, firmware validation, and AI-enabled engineering workflows.
Mentorship from experienced optical, hardware, firmware, and software engineers.
Accessibility
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Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
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