Applied Optimization’s (AO) work environment allows employees to learn and grow as professionals. Check out the testimonies and videos from current employees about their experiences at AO. 

“Working at AO has provided me with the opportunity and resources to learn about new topics both inside and outside my field of study. I regularly face tasks that challenge me to expand my understanding of a subject and apply that information to my work. If you are like me and enjoy learning new things, AO is a great place to work.”

-Brandon, Computer Scientist/Mathematician 
 
“Working at AO has allowed me to grow as a professional in my field and expand my skillset in technical writing, editing, and management. I also have had the pleasure to mentor other aspiring technical writers and collaborate with them to establish a strong writing program at the company. When I look back at my first day on the job, I realize that I have been given many opportunities along the way that I may not have gotten somewhere else.”

-Kelly, Technical Editor
 
“AO is a place that values the people it hires and shows it. It’s the first place I’ve ever worked for where both my superiors and my coworkers showed a vested interest in seeing me grow and succeed, both as an engineer and as a person. You get opportunities to lead and make decisions, and your opinions and questions are valued, regardless of your position. AO provides an environment and resources that allow you to thrive.”

-Logan, Mechanical Engineer 
 
“As a mechanical engineering intern at AO, I have gotten the opportunity to apply the concepts that I learned throughout my college career to real world problems. Additionally, my time here has allowed me to expand my knowledge to apply mechanical engineering to a range of new areas from additive manufacturing to optical communication, and much more. The welcoming environment and team members have helped me to widen my field of knowledge and helped me to gain skills such as modeling, coding, and much more.”

-Andrew, Opto-Mechanical Engineer 

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