About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting project management and technical communication within the Active Implantable Systems division. You will work alongside project managers and technical professionals to gain exposure to medical device product development. You will participate in core team activities and job shadowing to understand how complex projects move from planning through execution in a regulated environment.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and support project managers in project planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination.
- Collaborate with core teams including R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical partners.
- Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, timelines, milestones, and action items.
- Serve as a communication liaison between project teams and functional groups to support information sharing and alignment.
- Prepare meeting agendas, materials, notes, and follow-up communications.
- Organize and maintain project documentation and technical communications.
- Translate technical information into clear communications for varied audiences.
- Work with engineers and technical experts to understand project needs, risks, and dependencies.
- Contribute to improvements in project documentation, planning, and team collaboration.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program, with an expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and Spring 2028.
- Pursuing a degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field.
- Relevant academic or work experience in technical writing.
- Ability to start on May 17 or May 24, 2027, for a 12-week duration.
- Reliable transportation to and from the work site.
- Preferred: Experience with single-source authoring tools, CMS, XML-based authoring, or AI-assisted writing tools.
- Preferred: Coursework in medical terminology or experience with medical-industry writing.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Arden Hills, MN.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site (five days per week).
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: This position is deemed safety-sensitive and requires a prohibited substance test. Sponsorship for employment visas is not available.
About Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific manufactures medical devices and technologies for patients globally. The company develops tools for diagnosing and treating conditions in areas such as cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological health. It operates as a public company with over 54,000 employees. The headquarters is located in Marlborough, Massachusetts.
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