Spring 2027 Biomaterials Research Co-op

Johnson & Johnson • Warsaw, IN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction, a member of the Medical Devices Sector of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting for 2026/2027 Biomaterials Research Co-ops located in Warsaw, Indiana. DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction is part of the largest, most innovative and comprehensive health care business in the world. DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction designs, develops, and manufactures innovative, market-leading total joint replacement medical device implants and instruments that address the needs of the orthopaedic surgeons and patients throughout the world.

Requirements

• Candidate must be enrolled (not necessarily taking classes) in an accredited college/university during the Spring (January - May), Summer (May/June - August) or Fall (August - December) 2027 Co-op session.
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science & Engineering or equivalent academic major.
• Must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the Co-op session.
• Only students that have completed their sophmore year or above by the start of their first work rotation will be considered.
• This position is located in Warsaw, Indiana.
• Students must be able to provide their own transportation to and from this location.
• 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 requires 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.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 is preferred.
• Experience with undergraduate lab research
• Candidates with demonstrated leadership and/or participation in campus/community service activities are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe world class operations in DePuy Synthes's manufacturing facility, as well as take advantage of on-site training courses.
• Become familiar with orthopaedic industry specific materials and processes, as well as standard materials processing including, chemical processing, and heat treating.
• Participate in the design and development of research studies to explore potential of new materials or technologies.
• Work with cross-functional teams and alongside experienced scientists and engineers.
• Characterization of materials and evaluation of processes for newly designed and/or current products; providing technical assistance to various departments related to materials and processing matters; developing new test methods and/or equipment; and performing failure analyses.
• Oral presentations to staff.
• Preparation and review of technical reports.
• As a student grows through multiple sessions, they will be expected to perform independent materials engineering research, utilize sound analytical techniques, and maintain good laboratory procedures.

Benefits

• Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern