IPIC
Host Introduction
Irish Photonic Integration Centre (IPIC) the Research Ireland Centre for photonics, is Ireland’s centre of excellence for research, innovation and PhD training in photonics – the science and application of light. We are a diverse team of over 200 researchers located across Ireland’s leading universities and technological institutes, working together to deliver research excellence, transitioning this research into market leading products with over 30 industry partners, and training future photonics research leaders. We develop next generation products across Ireland’s high growth technology sectors such as ICT and MedTech. IPIC is based in Tyndall National Institute, Cork. Tyndall National Institute is a leading European deep-tech research centre in integrated ICT (Information and Communications Technology) hardware and systems.
STEM Teacher Intern Role
Semiconductor photonics is used to address many problems especially around data interconnect and artificial intelligence but also lighting, augmented reality, and solar. Current research has a strong focus on integrated photonics resulting in more efficient, compact and low-cost circuits. This technology continues to evolve with many open research challenges. The ‘Laser Design Workshop’ is one of the technical workshops delivered as part of the Tyndall & IPIC Summer Fellowship Programme. The workshop aims to give an overview of the field and explore specific topics researched at IPIC. The successful STInt intern will work closely with the III-V Materials and Devices group with the aim to develop this workshop which can be transferred to post primary education and/or public engagement events.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Understanding of laser design including quantum, integrated ring resonators, simulation of materials & devices and fabrication of materials & devices.
- Development of a final project for participants which will transfer to post primary education and/or public engagement events
- Weekly meetings with supervisor and III-V Materials and Devices group
- Preparation of training materials for researchers
- Preparation of report for Summer Fellowship co-ordinator and III-V Materials and Devices group
- Input into the wider education programme
Disclaimer
Please be aware that intern roles and descriptions may be adjusted by the summer 2025.
Participating Years
2024 – 2025
