About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in San Jose, California. You will join the Project Management Office and New Product Development teams to gain hands-on experience in medical equipment manufacturing. This role requires you to be on-site at our facility.
What you'll do#
- Support New Product Development teams and the Project Management Office through governance and portfolio execution.
- Assist with data entry, metrics, resource analysis, and portfolio trend reporting.
- Work cross-functionally with program, project, and portfolio managers to improve tools, workflows, and speed to execution.
- Document complex processes and present them in a clear format.
- Apply your classroom knowledge in an industry setting while developing new skills.
- Network with key stakeholders and business leaders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
- You must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship concludes.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and build relationships with team members.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
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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