Clinical Product Risk Intern

Boston Scientific

13h•$43,368 - $73,736•Hybrid

About The Position

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three-four days per week. We will consider qualified applicants of all ages who are starting (or restarting) their careers Relocation and housing assistance may be available to those who meet the eligibility criteria. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time As a Clinical Product Risk Intern, you will support the Product Risk Management team at Boston Scientific in maintaining and improving processes that ensure the safety and performance of our medical devices throughout their lifecycle. This role is ideal for students interested in medical device design, quality engineering, regulatory compliance, or medical field, and provides exposure to the principles of risk management and safety evaluation within the medical device industry. Working under the guidance of experienced Product Risk Specialists, the intern will contribute to data review, documentation updates, and process improvement initiatives that support compliance with global regulatory requirements and internal quality systems.

Requirements

Must graduate between Fall 2026 - Spring 2027
Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate level degree majoring in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Bioengineering
Must be able to commit to one of the following full internship program periods: May 18th - August 7th OR May 26th - August 14th
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization
Must have reliable transportation to and from the Marlborough, MA, Boston Scientific Corporate location

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Interest in medical device development, product safety, or quality systems.
Strong data analysis skills
Familiarity with regulatory or quality standards such as ISO 13485 or ISO 14971.
Experience reviewing or summarizing technical or scientific literature.

Responsibilities

Learn about the product development and risk management process for medical devices.
Support the organization and maintenance of product risk documentation.
Assist in reviewing and summarizing technical or safety data relevant to product performance.
Help perform document quality checks, and formatting to ensure consistency and compliance.
Participate in team meetings and learn how risk management integrates with cross-functional groups (e.g., R&D, Quality, Clinical, Regulatory).
Gain exposure to applicable standards and frameworks, such as ISO 14971 and the FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820).
Develop foundational knowledge of risk management practices in the medical device industry.
Gain experience interpreting technical and clinical information related to product safety.
Learn how to contribute to cross-functional collaboration in a regulated environment.
Build a strong understanding of how Boston Scientific ensures product quality, safety, and compliance.