Spring 2026 Lumerical Intern - Photonics (MS/PHD)
Category Ansys NA Hire Type Intern Job ID 12796 Remote Eligible Yes Date Posted 07/10/2025
Summary / Role Purpose
As a member of the Optics R&D Team, you will take on challenging R&D problems, advance our leadership in optics and photonic simulation, and collaborate with partners to build a successful design ecosystem. In this internship, you will focus on improving our Photonic Inverse Design (PID) toolkit for photonic and optical components. This internship starts in Jan 2026 and concludes in Apr 2026 (4 months). This position is remote with the option to work from any Ansys office in Canada (Vancouver, Waterloo, Montreal).
Responsibilities
- Set up Photonic Inverse Design (PID) optimizations of advanced Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) components using the Lumerical FDTD solver
- Run optimizations using high-end GPUs
- Investigate and compare different numerical optimization algorithms
- Test and improve our Python-based PID toolkit
Minimum qualifications
- Pursing a MS or PhD degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field, with a focus on optics/photonics/electronics
- Passion for optics/photonics and software development
- Programming experience with Python
- Experience with numerical optimization algorithms
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
- Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio Code and Gi
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Preferred qualifications
- Experience using Ansys Lumerical FDTD and/or other optics/photonic simulation tools
- Design experience for various active or passive photonic components
- Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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