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High Energy Laser intern

Radiance TechnologiesHuntsville, ALPosted Oct 23, 2026 · open 3 days

Last confirmed open Oct 26, 2026

InternshipIntern

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U.S. citizenship required
Only U.S. citizens can be hired for this role.
Security clearance
The employer will sponsor the clearance.

Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is searching for an technical intern to support Department of Defense programs in research, development, risk reduction, and testing of high-energy lasers. Tasks will cover a range of disciplines including hardware integration, testing, modeling, and software development. We are looking for a self-starter with excellent team skills and flexibility to work with our team to conduct tests and implement developmental hardware.

Required Skills:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Optics, Physics, or Engineering
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA (GPA must be listed on your resume to be considered)
  • US citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with Python, Solidworks, LabView, and other engineering tools
  • Understanding of assembly and alignment of systems
  • Lab, test, and design experience from class and outside projects

Clearance:

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Job Details
Location
Huntsville, AL
Type
Internship
Level
Intern
Posted
Oct 23, 2026
Required Skills
OpticsPhysicsEngineering
Preferred Skills
PythonSolidWorksLabVIEWAssembly and alignmentLab experienceTest experienceDesign experience

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