R&D Design & Development Co-op
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Job Description
About Johnson & Johnson and Ethicon Surgical Technologies:
Johnson & Johnson is a global healthcare company with a mission to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured. They emphasize innovation across medicine and MedTech. Their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is deeply ingrained in their culture. Ethicon Surgical Technologies, a Johnson & Johnson company, offers a wide range of surgical products and technologies used in minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, encompassing areas like colorectal, thoracic, women’s health, hernia, cancer, and obesity treatments. It combines the legacies of two market leaders: Ethicon, Inc. (pioneering suture development) and Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (a leader in minimally invasive surgery).
Job Description: R&D Design & Development Co-op (Fall 2025)
This co-op opportunity is located in Cincinnati, OH, and runs from August 25, 2025, to December 12, 2025. As a co-op, you will contribute to the R&D Design or Development department, gaining hands-on experience in:
• Utilizing state-of-the-art tools: Access to and training on advanced tools and technologies.
• Product design support: Performing testing, experimentation, and validation to support new product designs.
• Design solutions: Contributing to design solutions using CAD tools, simulation tools, and fundamental engineering principles, guided by experienced engineers.
• Laboratory testing: Assisting in developing and conducting laboratory testing, interpreting results, and recommending next steps.
• CAD training: Potential for intermediate CAD training, including building simulation models, developing kinematics models, and performing stack-up analysis.
• Increased responsibility: Responsibilities will increase with each subsequent rotation (multiple rotations are desired). Rotations are generally 12 weeks long.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Enrollment: Enrolled in an accredited college/institution pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (PhD may be considered) in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Academic Standing: Must have completed a minimum of two semesters by January 2025 (sophomore or above) and a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Graduation Date: Graduation date must be after April 2025 (classes during the co-op term are not required).
• Legal Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the entire co-op term.
• Leadership/Community Involvement: Demonstrated leadership or participation in campus programs and/or community service activities.
• Availability: Full-time on-site availability during the co-op term (courses must be completed outside of 8 am – 5 pm, Monday-Friday if taking classes).
• Experience (Preferred): Previous internship or co-op experience in the medical device industry.
Compensation and Benefits:
• Pay: Sophomore: $25.00/hr, Junior: $26.00/hr, Senior: $28.00/hr, Master’s: $33/hr, Software Engineering (2+ years post-grad): $37/hr, PhD: $51.50/hr.
• Housing Assistance: A one-time taxable stipend for non-local students living over 50 miles from the site. Transportation is the responsibility of the co-op.
• Benefits: Potential eligibility for company-sponsored medical benefits, sick time (up to 40 hours/year, or 56 for Washington state residents), and participation in the company’s retirement plan.
Application Deadline:
The anticipated closing date is November 22nd, 11:59 pm EST, but the company may extend this deadline. Applications should be submitted through https://www.careers.jnj.com.
