Intern, Connectivity & Automation

Location: Singapore

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the development, deployment, and maintenance of shopfloor test automation solutions.
• Develop and enhance test applications, scripts, and interfaces to improve testing efficiency, accuracy, and traceability.
• Support connectivity between test equipment, machines, databases, and manufacturing systems.
• Assist with production data collection, SQL queries, data validation, and basic reporting for operational insights.
• Troubleshoot automation, software, equipment communication, and connectivity issues with engineers and production teams.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, documentation, and continuous improvement of automation solutions.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field.
• Prior exposure to manufacturing, test engineering, automation, or industrial systems is an advantage.

 

Skills Required

• Programming skills in C#, Python and SQL.
• Experience with LabVIEW is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development, debugging, databases, and system integration.
• Familiarity with equipment communication, industrial protocols, PLCs, sensors, or IoT connectivity is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with an eagerness to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

 

Working Conditions: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 6.30 pm (100% on-site)

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.


We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Intern to support Shopfloor Automation & Connectivity initiatives. The intern’s main responsibility will be to assist with shopfloor test automation, including developing and enhancing test applications, connecting equipment and systems, collecting production data, and supporting troubleshooting and continuous improvement. This role offers practical experience in manufacturing automation, software development, and industrial connectivity within a high-tech shopfloor environment.