Graduate Level Internship
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Job Description
About Align Technology:
Align Technology is a global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells Invisalign clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and OrthoCAD digital services. Their mission is to transform smiles and lives by providing innovative technology to dental professionals. They believe a great smile can significantly impact a person’s confidence and overall well-being. The company revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system and continues to push the boundaries of innovation. Align has a global reach, serving over 1 million consumers worldwide. They emphasize a commitment to diversity and inclusion, striving to build a workforce that reflects the variety of their customer base.
Job Description: Graduate Level Internship
Align Technology offers a 10-12 week paid internship program running from May to August 2024. The program is designed to provide master’s and Ph.D. candidates with real-world experience and professional development. Interns are considered essential to the company’s growth and innovation.
Program Highlights:
• Community and Mentorship: Interns participate in curated events, including skills workshops and sessions with executive leaders. Each intern is assigned a manager and mentor for guidance and support through an individualized professional development process.
• Real-World Projects: Interns work on projects crucial to the company’s future, gaining valuable experience in various fields.
• Diverse Roles: Opportunities exist across various departments, including:
• Finance: Financial and accounting support.
• HR: Employee resource support and maintaining company culture.
• Marketing: Creative resource provision for internal customers.
• Operations: Supply chain optimization and efficiency analysis.
• Sales: Providing service to medical and healthcare clients.
• Research & Development: Software solution development.
• Software Development: Software and systems engineering projects.
• Data Analytics: Data analysis and predictive modeling.
• Software Testing: Ensuring product quality and compliance.
• Global Operations Engineering: Working on software and systems impacting operations.
• Information Systems: Supporting cutting-edge technology systems.
• Cybersecurity: Developing protective software and solutions.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: Interns work a hybrid schedule, splitting their time between the office (3 days) and remote work (2 days) at one of three locations: Raleigh, North Carolina; Tempe, Arizona; or San Jose, California.
Responsibilities:**
• Working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Contributing meaningful insights and feedback.
• Building relationships and delivering measurable results.
• Engaging in tangential learning opportunities.
• Embracing the company values of agility, accountability, and customer-centricity.
Qualifications:**
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree with at least one quarter/semester remaining after the internship.
• Full-time availability during the summer months (May-August).
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Strong desire for skillset expansion.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite.
Compensation: hourly rate ranging from $15.00 to $55.00 USD, depending on skills, experience, and location. Rates are standardized based on factors such as position, location, year in school, degree, and experience.
