About the role#
This is a 6 to 8 month co-op program for the Winter 2027 term. You will work within various Abbott divisions, including Structural Heart, Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, or Diagnostics. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Gain hands-on experience through projects and responsibilities that vary by team and function.
- Collaborate across different teams and functions to contribute to medical technologies.
- Work on-site for 40 hours per week.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate engineering program.
- Majors accepted include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
This role is on-site in one of the following locations: Plymouth, Minnesota; Pleasanton, California; San Fernando, California; Irving, Texas; Saint Paul, Minnesota; or Westford, Massachusetts.
About Abbott
Abbott operates in the healthcare sector with a focus on diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. The company maintains a global presence with employees serving in over 160 countries. It is a public company based in Abbott Park, Illinois. The organization employs more than 150,000 people.
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