Internship in High Precision Metrology (f/m/x)

Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH

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Oberkochen Until 9/11/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted April 10, 2026 Last posted July 13, 2026
Job description

Precise metrology is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing. At ZEISS Corporate Research and Technology, we push the boundaries of what is possible to solve real world problems in this field. Join us as an intern and push your own boundaries by developing optoelectronic laboratory prototypes based on detailed physical simulations guided.

Your Role

With us, you have the opportunity to perfectly combine your studies with practical experience while actively contributing to exciting projects. This allows you to gain valuable skills, expand your network, and grow both professionally and personally.

  • Screen and summarize scientific literature

  • Develop prototype setups through simulation and experimentation

  • Test hypothesis by planning and carrying out measurements

  • Develop and implement algorithms to interpret sensor data

  • Present your results at regular intervals

  • Document your findings

We offer

  • 6-month internship in a dynamic team with deep knowledge

  • A large and active student community

  • Possible option for subsequent master thesis

  • Modern office culture with flexible working hours

Your Profile

  • A bachelor’s degree and are enrolled in a master’s program in engineering, optics & photonics, computer science, physics, or similar

  • Strong theoretical foundation in optics and are eager to apply it experimentally

  • Programming knowledge in Python or MATLAB

  • Ideally hands-on experience in an optics laboratory or with data acquisition electronics

  • A motivation to build, desire to work with hardware in a laboratory environment

  • Excellent organization, problem-solving & communication skills (English or German)

  • Passion for innovation and enthusiasm for new technologies as well as motivation to work in agile, interdisciplinary teams

Sounds exciting? Then become part of #teamZEISS and help us shape the future! Please provide your complete application documents (CV, transcript of records, etc.).

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Franziska Gansloser
About this role

Summary

Develop prototypes, simulate experiments, analyze sensor data, and document findings in metrology.

Job title

Internship in High Precision Metrology (f/m/x)

Experience level

enrolled in master's program

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Oberkochen, Germany; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PythonMATLABopticsdata acquisitionlaboratory experience

Preferred skills

hardware experiencecommunication skillsproblem-solving

Specializations

opticsmetrologyphotonicssimulationdata interpretation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

73447 Oberkochen, Germany

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