About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering intern, you will join one of our teams in Research and Development, Product Engineering, or the Test Lab. You will contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and gain hands-on experience in the medical technology industry. This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027 based in Tempe, Arizona.
What you'll do#
- Research new technologies, customer expectations, business requirements, and regulations.
- Design new products and drive them from initial concept through to production.
- Improve the safety and efficacy of existing products using CAD, FEA, and root cause analysis.
- Experiment with early prototypes and vet out product designs.
- Perform design verification and quantitative testing of technical specifications.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Tempe, Arizona.
- Work 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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