Composing the core of a brighter world

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.

Our mission is simple and bold: to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting‑edge optical technologies.

IT Data Analyst Intern – NORCROSS, GA

Reporting to the Director of Digital Transformation, this position entails providing data analytics support in a number of areas within the NAR Analytics and Data Analysis team.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support the development of BI dashboards and reports 

• Assist in data organization and preparation 

• Provide support for the data team’s daily demands 

• Participate in projects and learn alongside the team 

• Report on task progress and participate in project and team routines (meetings, follow-ups, etc.) 

Qualifications Required: 

• Completion of or enrollment in a Computer Science or Engineering degree program 

• Basic or intermediate knowledge of Excel or data analysis tools 

• Initial exposure or interest in SQL or databases 

• Knowledge of practices relative to BI; familiarity with Power BI software a plus 

• Basic knowledge of logic or programming (any language) is a plus 

Skills Required: 

• Willingness to learn and grow 

• Proactive attitude and sense of responsibility 

• Organization and attention to detail 

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team 

• Logical thinking and interest in data analysis 

• Flexibility to handle new challenges 

• Analytical mindset, good interpersonal skills, and creativity 

Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

About Lightera

Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy of expertise in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide.

Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications.

Lightera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position.