Intern, Connectivity & Automation

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)

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.