About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in medical equipment sales and operations. You will work within the Foot and Ankle division to understand how our products support patient outcomes. This is a full-time, paid summer 2027 position based in Chicago, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Shadow sales associates, representatives, and operations team members to learn branch functions.
- Receive coaching on sales processes, communication skills, and instrument use techniques.
- Create a project segment that builds a target account list or develops a marketing strategy.
- Assist with the delivery of instrument kits to customer accounts.
- Support warehouse operations by assembling and breaking down kits in preparation for surgery.
- Collaborate with various teams on product-related tasks and special projects.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Biomedical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated leadership and business acumen skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Stryker
Stryker is a medical equipment manufacturer based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The company produces medical devices and surgical instruments for the MedSurg, Neurotechnology, and Orthopaedics sectors. It operates globally with over 53,000 employees and maintains more than 44 manufacturing and research facilities. Stryker reported 2024 sales of 22.6 billion dollars.
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