Lightera · 21 hours ago
Software Engineering Intern
Somerset, NJ
Internship
Onsite
InternLightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks and data centers. They are seeking a Software Engineering Intern to support their Product Realization Center and Manufacturing efforts in Somerset, focusing on software updates, system communication pathways, and documentation for sustained improvements.
Responsibilities
Participate in site safety programs including behavioral safety and use of proactive safety reviews
Partner with engineering team to understand assembly and test system communication pathways
Work independently on value-added software update or integration projects
Exhibit understanding of software architecture and system infrastructure; review and advise on potential improvements
Create documentation relevant to projects or project work to support sustained improvements
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Participate in site safety programs including behavioral safety and use of proactive safety reviews
Partner with engineering team to understand assembly and test system communication pathways
Work independently on value-added software update or integration projects
Exhibit understanding of software architecture and system infrastructure; review and advise on potential improvements
Create documentation relevant to projects or project work to support sustained improvements
Perform other related duties as required
Education/Relevant Majors: Electrical Engineer, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology
Preferred
Experience programming some or all production-relevant software platforms (JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Node.js, SQL, Python, Labview, SCADA, Linux)
Evidence of project management aptitude
Experience in a manufacturing setting
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition reimbursement
Matching 401(k) plan
Company
Lightera
Lightera was created through the integration of Furukawa Electric Group’s optical fiber business units, including the Fiber Cable Division in Japan, OFS LLC, and Furukawa Electric LATAM S.A.
Founded in 2025
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Lightera has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase