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Electro-Optical Intern (Graduate/Undergraduate)-EOSL-Summer 2025

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Georgia Tech Research Institute

14d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Atlanta

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, have a 3.0 GPA, experience with optical systems, algorithms, and testing, strong math skills, and be a US citizen able to obtain security clearance.
  • You will collaborate on EO/IR sensing projects, develop optical systems and algorithms, and identify necessary hardware/software components across various imaging applications.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Imaging Science, or related field
  • 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
  • Full-Time Intern- Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
  • Experience with design, development, and integration of optical systems
  • Experience developing image processing and/or computer vision algorithms
  • Experience with lidar and/or remote sensing instrumentation
  • Experience with optical detectors and testing equipment
  • Experience implementing algorithms using one or more of the following: C/C++, Python, and/or MATLAB
  • Task / team leadership experience
  • Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts
  • Familiarity with Linux and open-source tools
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas
  • Strong publication history and evidence of presenting research in the community
  • Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US Citizens.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • The candidate will work with teams on projects that identify novel Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensing modalities, analyze and develop prototype optical systems and associated electronics and algorithms, and identify electro-optical hardware/software components (lenses, telescopes, modulators, detectors, amplifiers, computing architectures, etc.) required to implement the aforementioned systems.
  • EISD’s research is performed in all areas of the imaging chain. From basic geometric/radiometric modeling and analysis, through design and fabrication, to test and evaluation in the field, our team provides subject matter expertise to our customers in order to solve their most challenging problems. Our portfolio consists of research programs in and related to the following application areas: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Undersea Warfare; Atmospheric Optics; Tactical Imaging, e.g. Degraded Visual Environments (DVE); Automatic Target Recognition; Intelligence Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED); Directed Energy (DE); Free-space Optical Communications; Space Situational Awareness (SSA); Tagging, Tracking, and Locating (TTL); Remote Sensing; etc.

FAQs

What is the job title for this internship?

The job title is Electro-Optical Intern (Graduate/Undergraduate) for the EOSL-Summer 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Atlanta, Georgia.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for this internship?

The minimum cumulative GPA requirement is 3.0 or higher.

Are housing and relocation assistance provided for this position?

No, housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position.

What type of citizenship is required for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens due to research contracts with the U.S. federal government.

What kind of work will the intern be involved in?

The intern will work on projects related to electro-optical/infrared sensing modalities, analyzing and developing prototype optical systems, and identifying necessary hardware/software components.

What fields of study are preferred for candidates?

Candidates pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's degree, or Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Imaging Science, or related fields are preferred.

What programming languages should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have experience implementing algorithms using one or more of the following: C/C++, Python, and/or MATLAB.

Is there a requirement for security clearance?

Yes, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

How many hours per week is the internship?

The internship requires a commitment of 40 hours per week.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Georgia Tech?

Yes, GTRI, part of Georgia Tech, emphasizes diversity, collaboration, and inclusion within its mission and values.

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Georgia Tech Research Institute

GTRI is the nonprofit applied research organization of Georgia Tech.

Non-profit
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1934
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research organization of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). GTRI is a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) and leverages its science and engineering expertise, in collaboration with Georgia Tech, to enhance the impact of our collective research output. We advance technology and provide innovative solutions to: • Enhance State of Georgia economic development. • Serve National Security. • Improve the human condition. • Educate future technology leaders.