2027 PhD Photonics Engineering Intern/Co-Op
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026.
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
As an AMD intern and co-op, you’ll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real-world experience on projects that impact millions of end-users worldwide. Whether you’re an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter-and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.
JOB DETAILS:
- Location: San Jose, CA or Santa Clara, CA
- Onsite: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term
Duration:
- Spring/Summer Co-op: January 25, 2027 - August 13, 2027
- Summer Internship:
- Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
- Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027
- Summer/Fall Co-op:
- Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - December 10, 2027
- Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - December 10, 2027
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Currently pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, Applied Physics, Optoelectronics, Physics, Optical Communications, or a related technical field.
Experience, coursework, or research in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
- Silicon photonics and photonic integrated circuits (PICs)
- Optical communications and optical transceivers
- High-speed digital communications and SerDes technologies
- Signal integrity and high-speed electrical interconnects
- Analog and mixed-signal circuit design
- Optical device characterization and testing
- Fiber-optic networking technologies
Experience with engineering simulation, modeling, laboratory testing, or data analysis techniques.
Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages for technical computing, automation, or data analysis.
Exposure to photonic design, simulation, characterization, or semiconductor technologies is preferred.
Familiarity with optical and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, optical spectrum analyzers, tunable lasers, BER testers, or similar laboratory instrumentation is a plus.
Interest in advancing optical, photonic, and high-speed interconnect technologies for next-generation computing and AI infrastructure.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD Photonics & Optical Systems Engineering Intern/Co-Op to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of next-generation optical, photonic, and high-speed interconnect technologies for advanced computing platforms.
Opportunities may include supporting the design, simulation, validation, and characterization of photonic integrated circuits, optical transceivers, optical subsystems, and high-speed interconnect technologies.
You may contribute to laboratory testing and performance analysis of optical and electrical systems using industry-standard measurement techniques and instrumentation.
We will involve you in data collection, automation, modeling, and analysis activities that help improve design performance, product qualification, and engineering efficiency.
Depending on project assignments, you may work on photonic device characterization, optical communications, signal integrity analysis, mixed-signal technologies, or next-generation networking solutions.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including photonics, electrical, systems, packaging, and validation engineers to solve complex technical challenges.
You will document findings, present results, and contribute to technical reports that support technology development and product innovation.
Note: By submitting your application, you are indicating your interest in AMD intern positions. We are recruiting for multiple positions, and if your experience aligns with any of our intern opportunities, a recruiter will contact you.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
As an AMD intern and co-op, you’ll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside experts and industry pioneers. You’ll do important work, learn new skills, expand your network, and gain real-world experience on projects that impact millions of end-users worldwide. Whether you’re an undergrad or a PhD student, your contributions matter-and your experience here will be a launchpad for what comes next.
JOB DETAILS:
- Location: San Jose, CA or Santa Clara, CA
- Onsite: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term
Duration:
- Spring/Summer Co-op: January 25, 2027 - August 13, 2027
- Summer Internship:
- Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027
- Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027
- Summer/Fall Co-op:
- Semester Students: May 24, 2027 - December 10, 2027
- Quarter Students: June 21, 2027 - December 10, 2027
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Currently pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, Applied Physics, Optoelectronics, Physics, Optical Communications, or a related technical field.
Experience, coursework, or research in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
- Silicon photonics and photonic integrated circuits (PICs)
- Optical communications and optical transceivers
- High-speed digital communications and SerDes technologies
- Signal integrity and high-speed electrical interconnects
- Analog and mixed-signal circuit design
- Optical device characterization and testing
- Fiber-optic networking technologies
Experience with engineering simulation, modeling, laboratory testing, or data analysis techniques.
Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages for technical computing, automation, or data analysis.
Exposure to photonic design, simulation, characterization, or semiconductor technologies is preferred.
Familiarity with optical and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, optical spectrum analyzers, tunable lasers, BER testers, or similar laboratory instrumentation is a plus.
Interest in advancing optical, photonic, and high-speed interconnect technologies for next-generation computing and AI infrastructure.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD Photonics & Optical Systems Engineering Intern/Co-Op to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of next-generation optical, photonic, and high-speed interconnect technologies for advanced computing platforms.
Opportunities may include supporting the design, simulation, validation, and characterization of photonic integrated circuits, optical transceivers, optical subsystems, and high-speed interconnect technologies.
You may contribute to laboratory testing and performance analysis of optical and electrical systems using industry-standard measurement techniques and instrumentation.
We will involve you in data collection, automation, modeling, and analysis activities that help improve design performance, product qualification, and engineering efficiency.
Depending on project assignments, you may work on photonic device characterization, optical communications, signal integrity analysis, mixed-signal technologies, or next-generation networking solutions.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including photonics, electrical, systems, packaging, and validation engineers to solve complex technical challenges.
You will document findings, present results, and contribute to technical reports that support technology development and product innovation.
Note: By submitting your application, you are indicating your interest in AMD intern positions. We are recruiting for multiple positions, and if your experience aligns with any of our intern opportunities, a recruiter will contact you.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.