Intern - Failure Analysis

Location: Fremont, CA, United States

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Automation & Test Streamlining

• Develop and refine Python scripts to automate failure verification test processes.
• Improve test efficiency by creating tools for data parsing, reporting, and workflow standardization.
• Document code, test procedures, and results to ensure maintainability and repeatability.

Failure Verification & Analysis

• Perform basic failure verification testing on optical transceivers, including electrical and optical performance checks.
• Assist engineers in root‑cause identification by collecting test data, performing preliminary analysis, and summarizing findings.
• Operate lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, optical power meters, BERTs, and temperature chambers (training provided).
• Maintain accurate logs of failures, test results, and observations.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic proficiency with Python (e.g., scripting, data manipulation, hardware communication).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow test procedures and document results clearly.

Skills

• Computer Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic proficiency with Python (e.g., scripting, data manipulation, hardware communication).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow test procedures and document results clearly.

Working Conditions

• This role will be based on-site at Milmont facility in Fremont, CA
• Regular use of a computer is expected.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Safety Requirements

 

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

 

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 detail oriented Failure Analysis Intern to support our engineering team in improving product quality and reliability. The intern will assist in streamlining failure verification workflows through Python automation and perform hands on failure verification and basic failure analysis on optical transceivers. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain real world experience in testing, data analysis, and hardware troubleshooting within a fast paced engineering environment.