Optical Engineering Intern (MS/PhD) at Meta in Redmond, Washington

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and motivated engineering intern to join our innovative team at Meta Reality Labs. As part of our dynamic Metaverse Display Engineering team, you will have the opportunity to:Collaborate with world-class engineers and researchers to develop cutting-edge solutions for next-generation mixed reality (MR) productsContribute to the development of innovative MR display solutions that push the boundaries of what is possibleWork in a collaborative and dynamic environment with a team of experienced engineers and researchers who are passionate about display technologyTake advantage of professional development opportunities and mentorship to help you grow your skills and expertiseIf you are passionate about display technology and want to contribute to the development of innovative MR solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!As an engineering intern, you will play a key role in developing quantitative metrics and models to characterize the optical and visual performance of our next-generation MR displays. Your work will focus on creating innovative approaches to convey more immersive and better visual experiences to users.Our internships are twelve (12) to sixteen (16) weeks long.

Optical Engineering Intern (MS/PhD) Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quantitative metrics and models to evaluate the optical and visual performance of MR displays


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and test new display technologies


• Analyze data and provide insights to inform design decisions


• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions for MR display technology

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing Masters or PhD in Color Science, Imaging Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.


• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.


• Experience and understanding of optics/photonics/vision science/display technology


• Experience with programming languages such as Python/MATLAB/C/C++

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail


• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment


• Understanding of display technologies (LCD and OLED).


• Experience working with displays or head-mounted displays, or other hardware to study the visual system.

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.



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