Quality Engineering Intern, Microbiology (or Sterility Assurance) Intern

Stryker•Arlington, TN

5d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

At Stryker, we believe that developing the next generation of talent is just as important as developing life-changing medical technologies. As an intern, you won’t just observe — you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, gain exposure to leaders who will mentor you, and experience a culture of innovation and teamwork that is shaping the future of healthcare. As an intern, you will: Apply classroom knowledge and gain experience in a fast-paced and growing industry setting Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop your skills Network with key/high-level stakeholders and leaders of the business Be a part of an innovative team and culture Experience documenting complex processes and presenting them in a clear format

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field; must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship.
Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above (verified at time of hire)
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate and build relationships
Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and eagerness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Majors Targeted: Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related majors.

Responsibilities

Work on engineering projects related to development of new products (Advanced Quality).
Focus on human factors engineering, risk management, application of statistics, reliability engineering, design verification, and design validation including customer interaction (Advanced Quality).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product sustainment (Process Quality).
Perform robust root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions for non-conforming issues in production (Process Quality).
Optimize production, inspection, and quality system processes using tools like CAD for fixture design, root cause analysis methods, LabView, and validation activities (Process Quality).
Work closely with suppliers to ensure components and their manufacturing processes meet required standards (Supplier Quality).
Influence suppliers using technical background and communication skills (Supplier Quality).
Work closely with internal customers from multiple functions and meet with suppliers frequently (Supplier Quality).
Ensure development and sustainment of products with the highest quality by working with internal cross-functional teams and external sales teams and customers (Quality).
Evaluate risk, ensure customer user needs are met, and help drive craftsmanship, safety, durability, and reliability into the product (Quality).
Handle complaints and implement design changes as needed to address quality issues on the post-market side, working closely with regulatory (Quality).