About the role#
This internship offers an opportunity to work within our manufacturing teams during Summer 2027. You will contribute to projects that support the production of medical technology and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site at our facilities.
What you'll do#
- Work with design and operations teams to bring products to market.
- Develop fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.
- Optimize assembly lines to improve production efficiency.
- Implement lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Perform process validation and work on ergonomics and safety improvements.
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 higher.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Locations: Kalamazoo, Michigan and Portage, Michigan.
- 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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