Internship - Manufacturing Engineer

iRhythm Technologies, Inc. • FL

110d

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer Intern to join our team in a Class II medical device manufacturing facility. This internship provides hands-on experience in production process support, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement within a highly regulated environment. The intern will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production operations. This internship is a 6-month term position with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments, and may be either part-time or full-time.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or experience in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments (medical device, aerospace, automotive, etc.).
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, assembly processes, or automation.
• Experience with CAD software for fixture/tooling design and manufacturing layouts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Assist with equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process validation activities to ensure compliance with FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820) and ISO 13485.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to improve process efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including production line setup and process development.
• Assist with capacity analysis, workflow optimization, and layout improvements.
• Collaborate with quality engineering on nonconformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and maintain compliance with environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees