Design or enhance laboratory equipment using CAD, 3D printing, and controls systems.
Develop embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers using C/C++ and Linux.
Debug electronic systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
Support manufacturing automation and robotics projects for medical devices.
What they're looking for
Enrolled in accredited university pursuing bachelor's in electrical, computer, or related engineering.
Minimum 2.8/4.0 cumulative GPA and demonstrated leadership experience.
Authorized to work in U.S. without sponsorship; F1 visa with CPT accepted.
Able to commit to 10–12-week full-time summer internship.
About Alcon:
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than 75 years, we offer one of the broadest portfolios of products designed to enhance sight and improve people's lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year, supporting those living with conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates help enhance quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals, and programs that advance access to quality eye care. If you'd like to help change the way the world sees, this is your chance to Be Brilliant!
Alcon is seeking multiple talented and motivated Electrical & Computer Engineering Interns to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program across several U.S. locations, including Johns Creek, GA; Goleta, CA; Lake Forest, CA; Fort Worth, TX; and Houston, TX. Interns will have the opportunity to gain meaningful industry experience, contribute to real-world projects, and collaborate with professionals across Alcon. Through this internship, students will build technical skills, expand their professional network, and receive coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities while helping advance Alcon's mission to help people see brilliantly.
Potential Internship Project Areas
Based on business needs, location, and team alignment, internship projects may include opportunities such as:
Design or enhance custom laboratory and research equipment using CAD, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and controls.
Develop embedded software and firmware for 32-bit microcontrollers using C/C++, real-time operating systems, and embedded Linux.
Debug electronic and embedded systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters and power supplies.
Support manufacturing automation projects involving cobots, programming and machine-vision systems.
Develop robotics applications for patient positioning, including simulation-to-real training and deployment.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to internship or co-op, and at least one additional semester following internship or co-op.
Must be pursuing at least a bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, computer engineering, embedded, firmware, robotics, or related major.
Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship (students on an F1 visa with CPT can be accommodated)
Ability to commit to a 10–12-week, full-time (40 hours per week) summer internship
You are applying to be part of the Alcon Talent Pool. We are not currently recruiting for this role but we are building a pipeline for future opportunities. If you would like to be considered for a similar position in future, then please submit your CV or resume.
ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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