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Internship | Adaptive Optics Market Research

Posted 6 Feb 2025
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0 to 1 years
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€615 per month
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English (Fluent)

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Internship | Adaptive Optics Market Research

About this position

TNO has developed a new Hybrid Variable Reluctance (HVR) Deformable Mirror (DM) technology for use in Adaptive Optics (AO) applications. This technology may be useful to improve the seeing of new and existing telescopes, and improve beam quality of laser applications through atmospheric turbulence, such as for laser communications.

What will be your role?

The assignment will be to help study and quantify the potential markets for TNO's Adaptive Optics technology. This includes use cases in various fields from astronomy to laser applications. The intern will work with a TNO Business Developer to understand the potential for technology transfer of the technology.

What we expect from you

  • The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to perform market research in high technology. This should include performing background internet research, learning the needs of end-users, gathering survey information, arranging and joining informational phone conferences and meetings, and writing a report of conclusions.
  • The candidate should have some educational background (bachelors/masters) in scientific instrumentation, such as for space, astronomy or optical communication; and ideally will have some knowledge of (adaptive) optics or other opto-mechatronic instruments. A willingness to learn can substitute for background knowledge.
  • Strong English language skill is necessary for the assignment. since the work will be done in English, and CVs should be submitted in English.

Please note that the position, while relating to technology applications, is focused on market research and not engineering or technical work per se.

What you'll get in return

You want an internship opportunity on the precursor of your career; an internship gives you an opportunity to take a good look at your prospective future employer. TNO goes a step further. It’s not just looking that interests us; you and your knowledge are essential to our innovation. That’s why we attach a great deal of value to your personal and professional development. You will, of course, be properly supervised during your work placement and be given the scope for you to get the best out of yourself. Furthermore, we provide:

  • A highly professional, innovative internship environment, within a team of top experts.
  • A suitable internship allowance (615 euro for wo- and hbo-students, 390 euro for mbo-students, for a full-time internship).
  • Possibility of eight hours of free leave per internship month (for a full-time internship).
  • A free membership of Jong TNO, where you can meet other TNO professionals and join several activities, such as sports activities, (work-related) courses or the yearly ski-trip.
  • Use of a laptop.
  • An allowance for travel expenses in case you don’t receive an OV-card.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society.

Innovation with purpose: that is what TNO stands for. We develop knowledge not for its own sake, but for practical application. TNO connects people and knowledge to create innovations that boost the competitive strength of industry and the well-being of society in a sustainable way.

Management Consulting
Den Haag
3,300 employees