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Be ready on light/optics basics, how sensors feed sorting decisions, and why reverse vending and material sorting matter. Walk through a lab project: problem, setup, measurement, result. Ask about the Auckland team’s summer project scope and safety/lab practices.
Strong match if you want applied optics/sensors in sustainability-focused industrial hardware, prefer on-site Auckland work, and can learn quickly in a product-engineering setting. Weak fit if you need remote-only or pure software without hardware exposure.
As a Systems and Sensors, Optics Engineering Intern at TOMRA, days typically mix lab or test-bench work on optical sensing for sorting/detection hardware, supporting senior engineers on alignment, calibration, and data checks, plus documentation and team stand-ups tied to recycling/food-sorting product lines.
Prioritize optics fundamentals, sensors/signal basics, experimental method, and clear lab notes. No certified training list is provided in the data for this role family.
No—the listing is on-site in Auckland (remote flag is 0).
Collection and sorting products including reverse vending machines and systems for food, recycling, and mining industries.
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Website: tomra.com
TOMRA is a Norwegian multinational corporation manufacturing collection and sorting products, such as reverse vending machines for bottles and cans recycling, as well as machines for the food, recycling, and mining industries. With over 91,000 (RVMs) installed, 15,500 food sorters and 11,000 recycling systems worldwide, TOMRA is the market leader in its industries.
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Systems and Sensors, Optics Engineering Intern - Summer 2026-2027TomraAuckland, North Island The Opportunity Gain real-world internship experience with a highly successful designer and manufacturer of computer-controlled fruit & vegetable sorting technology exported globally. As an Engineering Intern studying Mechatronics, Systems, Optics, Electronics, or related engineering disciplines, you will join our Research & Development teams to assist with Hyperspectral imaging projects. Your Responsibilities Support the development and testing of advanced optical sensors for sorting applications Contribute to the design and optimization of systems and algorithms for image processing Assist in data analysis and interpretation from sensor tests Participate in team meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams Document experimental results and contribute to technical reports Skills & Qualifications Currently enrolled in a relevant engineering program (Mechatronics, Systems, Optics, Electronics) Familiarity with optical sensors and hyperspectral imaging technologies Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data Experience with programming languages such as Python or MATLAB is beneficial Excellent communication and teamwork skills Working at Tomra At Tomra, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic environment. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability provides an exciting platform for growth and development. You will be part of a team dedicated to advancing the technology that ensures quality and efficiency in the global food industry. Ready to Apply? To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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