About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain experience within the medical equipment manufacturing industry. You will join one of our teams in Research and Development, Product Engineering, or the Test Lab. You will apply your classroom knowledge to real projects, work with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the development of life-changing medical technologies.
What you'll do#
- Design new products and drive them from concept to production.
- Research new technologies, customer feedback, and product performance data.
- Perform quantitative testing of technical specifications for design verification.
- Design and build fixtures to simulate real life situations.
- Document complex processes and present your findings in a clear format.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated skills in leadership, problem-solving, and organization.
- Ability to collaborate and build relationships across teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Cary, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- We do not provide employment-based sponsorship for this role.
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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