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Optical Engineer INTERN- Summer 2027

Electronic Theatre Controls
Middleton, WI Intern
POSTED ON 11/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026

Since 1975, ETC has provided innovative lighting fixtures to the theatre, architectural and entertainment industries. Our lights include both wash style, and profile spot (re-imaging) lights, providing lighting designers with a broad range of choices over field of view, color gamut, diffusion, projected images, and special effects. Our optical engineers combine skills in lens design, illumination design, and colorimetry to provide spectacular image quality, color, and control. 


Optical Engineer Intern

( Summer 2027 )

 


Position Specific Duties

Assignment may involve lens design & analysis, illumination design, colorimetry, photometric testing, image quality assessment relating to entertainment or architectural LED lighting fixtures. May also involve QA/Manufacturing, support of existing fixtures, or new lighting fixtures currently in development. Become familiar with tools and software applications (Zemax, SolidWorks) utilized by the R&D department.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Has some knowledge of optical design principles. Applies accepted engineering practices. Demonstrates ability to solve problems and perform root cause analysis. Works effectively in a team environment.


Education and Experience

·        Working towards Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field

·        Junior or recent BS-graduate status with relevant courses in Optics

·        GPA: 3.0 or higher

·        This position requires current authorization to work in the US (open to OPT/CPT status)


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    Please visit:  www.etcconnect.com/careers    Select Tab = “Current Openings”

    Review the job description for  Optical Engineer Intern  and complete an online application.

….Submit your resume AND transcript under “Additional Files”



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