R&D Engineering Intern

Job Description

R&D Engineering Intern | Cordis

The Tone:
This is an internship at Cordis, which partners with Selution to develop advanced drug device combination products for treating coronary and peripheral artery disease. The company’s mission is to create next-generation solutions that address critical medical needs and revolutionize healthcare. This role is crucial for supporting the research, design, and development of innovative medical devices, providing hands-on experience in early-stage product development to improve patient outcomes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: On-site
• Pay: $28 hourly
• Mission: To help translate user needs and design concepts into functional prototypes and validated designs that improve patient outcomes.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo), data analysis tools (MATLAB, Minitab, Excel)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Device Design: Assist with the design and development of medical device concepts, components, and subsystems.
• Prototyping: Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and iteration using lab and shop equipment.
• Testing & Data: Conduct bench testing, experiments, and data collection to evaluate design performance.
• Reporting: Analyze test data and document results in technical reports and presentations.
• Documentation: Assist in creating and maintaining R&D documentation, including design inputs, design outputs, and verification test protocols.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering field.
• Experience: No specific years required, but a strong interest in product development and medical device innovation is essential, ideally with coursework or experience in medical device design, biomechanics, or product development.
• Skills: Solid problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to communicate technical concepts clearly both written and verbal, comfort working in a lab environment and handling physical prototypes, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Bonus: Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo), exposure to prototyping methods such as 3D printing, machining, or electronics assembly, basic understanding of FDA design controls or ISO 13485, and experience with data analysis tools (MATLAB, Minitab, Excel).