About the role#
This internship offers an opportunity to work with the Supply Chain Operations team at Lightmatter. You will contribute to the design and execution of global manufacturing networks for photonic engines. This position provides mentorship from leaders in photonics and computing.
What you'll do#
- Map supply chain process checkpoints across internal teams and external vendors to identify operational bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
- Assist in designing and refining agentic processes to track material dependencies, deliveries, and timelines.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to gather workflow data and ensure tracking mechanisms align with program goals.
- Provide hands-on operational support for High Volume Manufacturing programs, including GuideDR and XPO, while documenting areas for scale.
- Deliver an end-of-term review outlining implemented process updates and data-driven recommendations for long-term supply chain efficiency.
What you'll need#
- Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
- Interest in supply chain and operations.
- Willingness and curiosity to learn.
- Research, lab, or prior internship experience in hardware and hardware manufacturing is preferred.
- Capacity to comply with U.S. export control laws.
Location & details#
- Location: Mountain View, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Status: Full-time and paid internship.
About Lightmatter
Lightmatter operates in the computer hardware manufacturing industry. The company builds technology designed to improve computer processing capabilities. It is a privately held organization founded in 2017. The business is based in Mountain View, California, and maintains a staff of 201 to 500 employees.
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