Meta Reality Labs is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to explore novel solutions through holography for AR/VR devices. Our internships are twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.
Research Scientist Intern, Holography (PhD) Responsibilities
- Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners including communicating research plans, progress, and results.
- Present research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development.
- Develop next generation AR/VR displays with an emphasis on advanced simulations and experimental optics prototyping to prove new concepts and understand the factors that impact them.
- Collaborate with the larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution spaces for AR/VR devices.
- Explore the application of at least one of the following: digital holography, wave optics, diffraction optics, spatial light modulation, polarization optics, illumination, optical system design.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or relevant technical field
- Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
- 2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: holography, diffractive optics, wave optics, optical system prototyping
- 2+ years of experience with experimental optics and conducting laboratory work, including demonstrated ability to construct proof-of-concept systems and evaluate performance
- Familiarity with at least one scientific programming language (e.g., MATLAB, Python, etc)
- Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
- 2+ years of experience with optical design programs such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools, FRED, or similar
- 2+ years of experience working with holographic materials, spatial light modulators, and interferometric exposure tools
- Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences such as CLEO, SPIE Photonics West, FiO+LS, OSA, or similar
