Optical Test Automation Co-op/Intern

Position: Optical Test Automation Co-op/Intern Number of Position(s): 1 Duration: 8-12 Months Date: Winter 2027 (Starting January 4th) Location: Onsite, Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA EDUCATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS Currently a candidate for a Bachelor's degree or College Diploma in Electronic and Communication Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with an accredited institution. You Must Have: Basic understanding of fiber optics and optical fiber communication technologies. Programming experience with Python. Exposure to laboratory environments involving fiber optics, photonics, or optical communications. Understanding of automation concepts and Python-based development. Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information effectively. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Self-motivated and proactive approach to learning and problem-solving. It Would Be Nice If You Also Had: Knowledge of Machine Learning and Neural Network concepts. Coursework or project experience in Fiber Optics, Optoelectronic Devices, Quantum Electronics, Machine Learning, or Neural Networks. Familiarity with predictive data analysis techniques. Experience with automated data cleanup and analytics frameworks. Exposure to AI tools and technologies used for engineering analysis and automation. Experience working with optical communication systems, testing environments, or related laboratory equipment.