Summer 2025 – R&D Optics Intern
AlconFort Worth, Texas, United States
Posted December 19, 2025
Internship
About the Company
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products 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 living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.
Job Description
Join Alcon as an R&D Optics Engineer Intern and contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects that shape the future of eye care. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and customers.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship, and at least one additional semester following your internship
- Must be pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree in Optics, Physics, Data Science, or Computer Science
- Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0
- Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects)
- Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis. Students on an F1 visa with CPT work authorization may be accommodated
- Ability to commit to a 10-12 weeks summer internship, full time (40 hrs./week) project
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Flexible time off for exempt associates