About the role#
As a Technical Communications & Project Management Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting project management activities and cross-functional teams within the Active Implantable Systems division. You will work alongside experienced project managers and technical professionals to gain exposure to medical device product development. This role is ideal for a student interested in learning how complex projects move from planning through execution in a regulated environment.
What you'll do#
- Shadow and support project managers to gain exposure to project planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination.
- Collaborate with cross-functional core teams to support project activities and team objectives.
- Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, timelines, milestones, and action items.
- Serve as a communication liaison between project teams and functional groups.
- Support project meetings by assisting with agendas, meeting materials, notes, action items, and follow-up communications.
- Help organize and maintain project documentation and technical communications.
- Apply strong written and verbal communication skills to translate technical information.
- Assist with project planning, tracking, status reporting, and coordination of deliverables.
- Work with engineers and technical experts to understand project needs, dependencies, risks, and priorities.
- Gain familiarity with project management tools, processes, and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement opportunities related to project communication, documentation, planning, and team collaboration.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled 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, Technical Communications, or a writing-related major.
- Relevant technical writing work or academic experience.
- Ability to understand and convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently.
- Preferred experience with single-source authoring tools, content management systems, XML-based authoring, and AI-assisted writing tools.
- Preferred coursework in medical terminology or medical-industry writing experience.
Location & details#
- Location: Arden Hills, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Start date: May 17 or May 24, 2027.
- Work modality: On-site (five days per week).
- Full-time internship.
- Reliable transportation to and from work is required.
- This position is paid.
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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