Join Inkron as a Summer Trainee to work with advanced UV-curable optical materials for AR/VR and display waveguide manufacturing in Espoo, Finland. The traineeship lasts four months during summer 2026. Apply by March 10, 2026.
In these roles, you will work on next-generation materials for nanoimprinting, waveguides, coatings, and adhesive applications with real technological impact.
We’re looking for two Summer Trainees:
- Process Engineer
- Laboratory Assistant/Operator
Summer Trainee – Process Engineer
We’re looking for a minimum third-year student with a background in material science, physics, or photonics. As a Summer Trainee, you will be involved in the development and process testing of nanoimprintable high refractive index optical coatings in an industrial R&D environment.
Responsibilities
- Process testing of nanoimprintable materials in a clean room environment
- Testing and characterization of the coatings with methods such as ellipsometry and AFM
Requirements
- Minimum third-year university studies in material science, physics, photonics, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Interest in working in an industrial R&D environment
- Experience in nanoimprinting, AFM, or ellipsometry is considered an advantage
- Experience from working in a clean room is considered an advantage
Summer Trainee – Laboratory Assistant / Operator
We’re looking for a trainee for our manufacturing department.
Responsibilities
- Manufacturing tasks, including formulating end products
- Analyzing, testing, and characterizing products
Requirements
- Previous experience in laboratory work is considered an advantage
- Ongoing or completed laboratory technician studies, or general studies in the chemistry field
Ready to apply?
Please send your application and CV to Director, Nanoimprint and Processes Mikko Poutanen at mikko.poutanen@inkron.com by March 10, 2026.
Use the subject line:
- “Summer Trainee – Process Engineer” or
- “Summer Trainee – Laboratory Assistant/Operator”
depending on which position you are applying for.
Why Inkron?
At Inkron, you will have a key role in developing cutting-edge optical materials for the world’s leading AR/VR and display technology companies. Moreover, you will work as part of a highly skilled and experienced R&D team with decades of know-how. In addition, you will collaborate closely with global customers and manufacturing partners within the Radiant Opto-Electronics Group. As a result, your work will have a direct impact on next-generation optical technologies.
Learn more about Inkron.