Intern Embedded Software Engineering

Smith & Nephew•Andover, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Embedded Software Engineering Intern will complete a robust induction plan followed by a 12-week internship across facets of Smith+Nephew’s Research & Development organization within the Sports Medicine Franchise. Based in Andover, Massachusetts, the intern will work with a small team of Electrical and Software Engineers on research and development of next-generation sports medicine products. The work includes developing and testing product features, completing identified internship projects with managers, presenting project conclusions to senior leadership, and preparing documentation required by Smith+Nephew’s Quality Management System. The planned start date is May 2027. This opportunity is not currently available for hiring; the requisition was created to allow candidates to express interest, with formal progression planned when hiring becomes possible. The position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Be enrolled in an undergraduate Engineering program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science at an accredited university.
Be at least a junior and have taken Basic Electrical Engineering and/or programming courses.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Have design experience with electrical and/or software engineering concepts.
Have a basic understanding of electrical and/or software engineering concepts.
Have a basic understanding and experience with testing electrical or software designs.
Demonstrate high learning agility.
Have strong written and verbal communication and technical writing skills.
Take an analytical approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Major GPA of 3.50 or above.
Previous applicable internship, part-time, or apprenticeship experience.
School projects in embedded systems, C/C++, and/or FPGA.
Exposure to computer vision concepts, applications, or academic projects.
Interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques for engineering or medical technology applications.
Familiarity with image signal processing fundamentals, including image enhancement, analysis, or algorithm development.
Experience in the medical device field or another regulated field.

Responsibilities

Work with a small team of Electrical and Software Engineers on research and development of next-generation medical products related to sports medicine.
Develop and test new product features.
Work closely with managers to complete specifically identified internship projects.
Present project conclusions to senior leadership.
Create documentation required by the Smith+Nephew Quality Management System.