About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern on the Robotics and Surgery Engineering team, you will design and produce hardware solutions for brain-machine interface devices. Your work will support surgical robotics, automation, and microfabrication. You will own projects from the initial concept through to production.
What you'll do#
- Apply your mechanical engineering background to solve problems in brain-machine interfaces.
- Collaborate with neuroscientists, biologists, and engineers to define design criteria.
- Build systems that improve surgical accuracy and safety.
- Manage projects from start to finish.
What you'll need#
- At least 6 months of technical experience outside of the classroom, such as research, personal projects, or previous internships.
- A strong grasp of engineering first principles.
- Proficiency in Solidworks or similar CAD software.
- Experience with conventional machining and rapid prototyping.
- Background in precision design and manufacturing.
- Experience with advanced imaging techniques.
- Ability to work across different disciplines and communicate clearly with various teams.
- Flexibility and a resourceful approach to problem-solving.
- 1+ years of industry experience in mechanical engineering is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: South San Francisco, California.
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
- The position operates on a rolling basis.
About Neuralink
Neuralink is a biotechnology research company that develops implantable brain-computer interfaces. Founded in 2016, the firm creates technology designed to facilitate interaction between neural signals and digital devices. It operates out of Austin, Texas, and South San Francisco, California. The company employs approximately 700 people.
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