Undergraduate Engineering Intern - Microfabrication
About The Position
This full-time undergraduate internship runs during Summer–Fall 2027, from May or June through December, and is based on site in Rochester, Minnesota. Mayo Clinic’s Division of Engineering develops custom medical devices for physicians and researchers, with applications ranging from bench-top research to patient care. Its work includes deep brain stimulation, biosensors, tissue engineering, organ assist devices, and surgical instruments. The Microfabrication Laboratory is seeking an undergraduate student in engineering, materials science, or a related technical field interested in hands-on experience in microfabrication and medical-device development. The intern will support the fabrication, testing, and characterization of medical microdevices, including thin-film electrode arrays, microfluidic devices, and other microsystems. Assignments may vary with active projects and laboratory needs, offering exposure to fabrication technologies, device applications, and clinical problems. The intern will work with a multidisciplinary engineering team under the guidance of experienced engineers and laboratory staff. With instruction and mentoring appropriate to their experience, the intern is expected to develop technical skills and progressively take on additional responsibility. The internship provides practical engineering experience and an opportunity to apply concepts learned through undergraduate coursework.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in an engineering, management information systems, or other technology-related degree program at an accredited college or university.
- Have completed at least four semesters, or the equivalent, of instruction toward the degree.
- Meet the 3.3 GPA requirement or higher.
- Attach an undergraduate transcript and a resume or CV to the application.
Nice To Haves
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter.
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a sample of academic work, such as screenshots of models or drawings or a lab report.
- Coursework, laboratory experience, project experience, or demonstrated interest in microfabrication, MEMS, or semiconductor processing is desirable.
- Experience with cleanroom laboratory work is desirable.
- Experience with CAD or engineering design software such as SolidWorks is desirable.
- Experience with microdevice layout or design software is desirable.
- Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar engineering-analysis tools is desirable.
- Experience with thin-film deposition, photolithography, plasma processing, laser processing, or polymer processing is desirable.
- Experience with experimental design, data analysis, or technical documentation is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Support fabrication and characterization of microdevices and test structures.
- Perform laboratory experiments using established procedures.
- Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data.
- Assist with troubleshooting and process improvement activities.
- Create or modify CAD drawings and device layouts.
- Help assemble and test prototypes.
- Document experimental procedures, results, and observations.
- Participate in project discussions and engineering design reviews.
- Learn and follow appropriate laboratory, safety, and quality procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans for employees and their families.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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