Internship | Study of TIR instruments for gas detection

Internship | Study of TIR instruments for gas detection

About this position

In this internship, you will be joining the Optical Designers team of the Optics department of TNO. We create breakthrough optical solutions for a healthier, safer, more sustainable and digital world, by developing high-performance optical systems for challenging applications and demanding environments, together with our partners. In this project we will focus on instruments to detect trace gases from Space, such as Ammonia, contributing to a healthier environment.

What will be your role?

In this project, you will be performing an optical design study on optical instruments for trace gas detection in the thermal infrared spectral range. Tasks will include comparing different concepts, making a trade-off to select a concept and optimizing that further, including any necessary performance analysis. There is also an optional possibility to perform experimental labwork next to the design tasks.
You will be joining the optical designers team, which places a high importance on the depth and breadth of knowledge of our team through extensive interaction between our 14 designers with differing levels of experience, and with adjacent engineering disciplines.

What we expect from you

• Student pursing an MSc in Physics/Optics.
• Knowledge of optical design and experience with design software such as OpticStudio, CodeV, or similar.
• Good analytical skills.
• Experience with experimental lab work.
• Good teamworking skills, ability to adapt to different environments.

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-, hbo- and 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.

‘At TNO, you can truly immerse yourself in technology.’ Benjamin Brenny, optical designer in the Optics department.