Summer Reliability Graduate Co-op

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Reliability Intern at MKS Inc., you will partner with the Reliability Engineering team to support the development of a test system for opto‑mechanical mounts and modules. In this role, you will report to the Reliability Manager and Reliability Engineer.

• Assisting in the mechanical design and assembly of a thermal/humidity‑controlled test enclosure using CAD tools (e.g., Solid Works).
• Helping design and integrate optical observation windows compatible with measurement instruments such as autocollimators and interferometers.
• Supporting the setup and calibration of external optical instruments for detecting beam shift or degradation.
• Contributing to the design and implementation of a LabVIEW‑based data acquisition and control system.
• Performing hands‑on prototyping, assembly, wiring, and testing under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Documenting work and presenting periodic updates to the engineering team.

No travel will be required.

• Currently pursuing an M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Interest in optics, precision mechanics, and instrumentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Experience with CAD (Solid Works preferred).
• 0–2 years of job‑related work experience (internship/academic project experience acceptable).
• Familiarity with LabVIEW or other data acquisition software.
• Knowledge of product reliability, environmental testing or optical alignment principles.
• Exposure to autocollimators, interferometers, or laser systems.
• Hands‑on experience with prototyping, wiring, or system integration.

• Reporting Relationships:
  None (Individual Contributor).
• Financial Responsibilities: HR.

• Physical Demand:
  Ability to lift up to 20 lbs for equipment setup and testing.
• Physical Demand:
  Manual dexterity for assembly, wiring, and prototyping tasks.
• Working Condition:
  
  Work performed in a laboratory and office environment.

Working Condition:

Exposure to optical/electrical test equipment under controlled conditions.

Hourly Pay Range:
up to $35.00 per hour
. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co‑ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

The application period for the intern/co‑op position is estimated to be through the end of (November 2025); however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.