About the role#
This internship offers students the chance to gain experience in medical equipment manufacturing. You will support projects focused on efficiency, cost, and customer service across global operations. This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Partner with suppliers to procure raw materials at the right quality, price, and timing.
- Schedule production to balance cost efficiency with customer demand.
- Support the monthly Executive Demand Review and assist with demand planning discussions.
- Analyze product portfolios and support lifecycle processes.
- Support active product development projects by contributing to analysis of timelines and budgets.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship ends.
- Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: San Jose, California and Fremont, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
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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