About the role#
This is a 12-week, full-time paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site in Tucson, Arizona, gaining hands-on experience with hardware development for on-market instruments. The program focuses on applying engineering principles to real-world projects while working alongside experienced professionals.
What you'll do#
- Apply company concepts, policies, and procedures to daily tasks.
- Generate concepts, test designs, and analyze solutions for business needs.
- Follow standard engineering practices under the guidance of staff.
- Participate in technical assessment reviews and team projects.
- Present data and findings to your group.
- Suggest improvements to work processes and efficiency.
- Engage in design control activities including requirements, risk management, and prototyping.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program.
- Major in Biomedical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Familiarity with searching technical literature.
- Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
- Understanding of fundamental engineering techniques.
- Ability to follow detailed directions and learn from supervision.
- Interest in quality standards and a Quality First Time mindset.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Alignment with company culture standards of Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
- Prior internship or relevant coursework is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucson, Arizona.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: Paid internship with paid holiday time off.
About Roche
Roche operates as a global pharmaceutical and diagnostics company. It focuses on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology. The company maintains a presence in the central nervous system disease space and diabetes management. It employs over 100,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Switzerland.
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