Camera Engineer Intern (PICO - Camera Technology) - 2025 Summer/Fall (MS)

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As a world-renowned VR/AR brand with independent innovation and R&D capabilities, Pico has been at the forefront of the consumer electronic market. We are looking for creative and passionate optical engineer interns to join us in our optics system team. You will be working with top-notch engineers and scientists to explore and define the frontier of technology for the future of AR/VR.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2025. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok.

Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks beginning in May/June 2025 or August/September 2025 (Select May if Summer or August if Fall
Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).

Summer Start Dates:
Monday, May 12
Monday, May 19
Tuesday May 27 (Memorial Day May 26)
Monday, June 9
Monday, June 23

Fall Start Dates:
Monday, August 11
Monday, August 25
Monday, September 8
Monday, September 22

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early. Candidates can apply to a maximum of TWO positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance and its affiliates' jobs globally.

Responsibilities:

• Exploration of novel camera sensors and systems for the improvement of performances.
• Develop optical design and simulation software for AR/VR optical systems.
• Develop optical system prototypes (bench-top and head-mounted) to inform design decisions.
• Work closely with internal technology teams and external industry partners to develop advanced optical technologies.
• Communicate design and development progress across collaboration teams.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience in at least one of the following: Imaging optics design, Image quality analysis, Computer graphics, Visual Optics, or Optical testing and metrology
• Knowledge and experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, Matlab.
• Excellent communication skills; highly self-motivated, solid teamwork skills.

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/cdpT2.