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DePuy Synthes Summer R&D Intern

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Johnson & Johnson

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • West Chester

AI generated summary

  • You must be a current engineering student with a 3.0 GPA, CAD skills, and experience in the medical device industry. Strong communication, motivation, and U.S. work authorization are essential.
  • You will analyze customer feedback, define project requirements, design implants using 3D modeling, collaborate on design verification, and participate in surgical simulations while upholding ethics and compliance.

Requirements

  • A current university or college student in an accredited Mechanical or Biomedical engineering program in good academic standing.
  • Have a minimum scholastic G.P.A. of 3.0.
  • Highly motivated and can work independently on one or multiple projects under general direction and can exhibit an attention to detail.
  • Interested in medical device/orthopaedic fields.
  • Proficiency in CAD software, such as Creo Parametric or Solidworks.
  • Able to prioritize and manage time accordingly.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including experience presenting to multidisciplinary audiences and attending team meetings in person and virtually.
  • Technically competent, with experience in computer-aided design and drafting, mechanical testing, and medical device documentation.
  • Previous internship in Medical Device Industry with hands-on technical experience.
  • This position requires a full-time (40 hours/week) work week with a hybrid model (mixed on- and off-site). Dates for this position are between May and September of 2025;
  • A housing stipend will be provided based on eligibility, and reliable transportation to and from the work location is required.
  • Students must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require future sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1-B status) now or in the future.
  • Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
  • Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • As an engineering intern, you will use your knowledge to support the process of developing trauma orthopedic products with a focus on improving surgeon experience and patient outcome.
  • This may include analyzing and collecting voice of customer, defining/interpreting project requirements, and using 3D modelling software along with your engineering skills to develop and design surgical implants, instruments, and/or test fixtures.
  • You will work directly with product development engineers to support a variety of design verification activities that may include medical device documentation, drawing reviews, tolerance stack analysis, mechanical testing, and finite element analysis.
  • This position may also provide opportunities to participate in simulated surgical labs.
  • You will need excellent technical and problem-solving skills, as well as a high level of integrity, ethics, and compliance as a daily requirement.
  • As part of a multi-disciplinary team, we will strive to bring impactful solutions to surgeons and patients.

FAQs

What is the location of the DePuy Synthes Summer R&D Intern position?

The position is located in West Chester, PA.

What kind of student is eligible for this internship?

A current university or college student in an accredited Mechanical or Biomedical engineering program in good academic standing is eligible.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

The minimum scholastic GPA requirement is 3.0.

What type of projects will the intern be working on?

The intern will support the development of trauma orthopedic products with a focus on improving surgeon experience and patient outcomes.

What CAD software proficiency is required for this position?

Proficiency in CAD software, such as Creo Parametric or Solidworks, is required.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include technical competence with experience in computer-aided design, mechanical testing, and medical device documentation, as well as previous internship experience in the medical device industry.

What is the work schedule for the internship?

The internship requires a full-time (40 hours/week) work schedule with a hybrid model, mixing on-site and off-site work.

What dates is the internship available?

The internship is available between May and September of 2025.

Will a housing stipend be provided?

Yes, a housing stipend will be provided based on eligibility.

Is sponsorship available for employment visa status?

No, applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B) now or in the future.

What other benefits does Johnson & Johnson offer?

Johnson & Johnson provides support for the whole health of their employees throughout their wellness, career, and life journey, as detailed on their careers website.

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