About the role#
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Stryker, you will gain hands-on experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles within a medical equipment manufacturing environment. You will work closely with a mentor to support the identification, analysis, and implementation of process improvements. This is a paid, full-time position based in Redmond, Washington.
What you'll do#
- Support the identification, analysis, and implementation of improvements to current manufacturing processes.
- Identify opportunities to reduce defects, rework, or process escapes through mistake-proofing solutions.
- Evaluate current process risks and support the design or implementation of simple automation, sensing, or verification methods.
- Collaborate with design and operations teams to bring products to market efficiently.
- Participate in projects including fixture development, assembly line optimization, lean manufacturing implementation, and process validation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Redmond, Washington.
- This is a rolling internship term.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
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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