About the role#
The Systems & Hardware Development team at Roche Tissue Diagnostics designs, integrates, and sustains automated in-vitro diagnostic systems for pathology labs. This team brings together mechanical, electrical, systems, and material science engineers to manage the full product lifecycle, from initial concepts and testing to manufacturing and on-market support. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Apply systems engineering concepts to the design and development of complex in-vitro diagnostic systems using assay reagents.
- Explore feasibility, characterization, and requirements elicitation.
- Follow company policies and procedures under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Collect, present, and discuss data to contribute to team knowledge sharing.
- Take ownership of business-critical projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Systems, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, or Material Science engineering.
- Prior internship experience or relevant engineering coursework.
- Understanding of basic engineering techniques and principles.
- Ability to follow detailed directions and learn from supervision.
- A focus on quality and a 'Quality First Time' mindset.
- Strong problem-solving skills for both individual and team settings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a proactive approach to work.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Tucson, Arizona.
- The internship is a 12-week, full-time program starting in May or June 2027.
- This role is paid and includes holiday time off benefits.
About Roche
Roche operates as a global pharmaceutical and diagnostics company. It focuses on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology. The company maintains a presence in the central nervous system disease space and diabetes management. It employs over 100,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Switzerland.
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