Responsibilities
- Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners including communicating research plans, progress, and results.
- Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development.
- Design and implement coating materials used for optical device fabrication.
- Synthesize, functionalize, and process novel inorganic materials in the laboratory, including nanocomposites and sol-gel materials.
- Analyze material properties via a variety of in-house analytical techniques.
- Transfer new materials to the engineering team and assure successful implementation of new materials and processes.
- Collaborate with and support other researchers across various disciplines (process engineers, mechanical engineers, physicists).
- Summarize and present research agenda, progress and results over the course of the intern project.
Basic qualifications
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering or relevant technical field
- Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
- 2+ years experience in at least one of the following areas of optical or materials research: inorganic materials synthesis, inorganic materials characterization, photo-chemistry, optical materials
- Hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or industrial R&D setting
- Experience with sol-gel chemistry and/or nanoparticle synthesis
- Experience in characterization of inorganic materials, including via XPS, XRD, SEM and TEM
- Experience with optimization of material mechanical properties via microstructural design
- Experience in coating techniques or thin film chemistry
Preferred qualifications
- Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op
- Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
- Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by first-authored publications in high-impact journals, grants, fellowships and patents
About the company
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].
$7,313/month to $12,134/month + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.