Job Description

Who we want

Challengers. People who seek out the hard projects and work to find just the right solutions.

Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward.

Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts.

Strategic thinkers. Interns who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed their performance objectives.

Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with an unparalleled work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to their partnerships.

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Strykers mission to make healthcare better.

What You Get Out of the Co-Op

Stryker, a global leader in medical technology takes great pride in their people, and thats why were looking to expand our talent. As a result, we are looking for the best and brightest students to strengthen our team and drive our business going forward. Stryker Engineering interns will get to:

Impact the development and manufacturing of cutting edge products
Gain experience within a fast paced and growing industry

Apply classroom knowledge in a fast-paced and growing industry setting

Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop your skills

Opportunities Available

As a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op at Stryker, you will be placed in one of the following teams:

Research & Development-

New Product Development

R&D Interns in New Product Development work with cross-functional teams to identify the needs and the goals of future products. They research new technologies, customer expectations, business requirements and regulations. They may work with a variety of tools, including CAD, FEA, and our Test Labs to develop new product concepts. Our interns utilize their technical education to design new products and drive them from concept to production.

Product Engineering

R&D Interns in Product Engineering work with cross-functional teams to identify the greatest needs for improvements on current products. They research new technologies, customer feedback, and product performance data to make our products better for Stryker and for our customers. Product Engineering interns work with a variety of tools, including CAD, FEA, Test Labs, and root cause analysis methods. Our interns utilize their technical education to improve the safety and efficacy of our existing products.

Test Lab

Test interns partner closely with Test Engineers and R&D to experiment with early prototypes and vet out product designs throughout the design process. What this really means is that we get to be the Mythbusters of our division. You think your design can last the entire expected service life? We put it to the test. Just like the show, we quickly design and build fixtures to simulate real life situations. In addition to these experiments, we are ultimately responsible for design verification the quantitative testing of the technical specifications of the product. A teams experience ranges from 2 to over 15 years with technical specialties ranging from sterilization, mechanical, electrical, software, and optics. If youre the type of person that has the magic ability to break things we want you!

What You Need

Currently working on completion of Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent; we will only consider students who plan be enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the summer

Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above; must be the case at the date of hire and also will be verified during background check in the spring

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Ability to exercise independent judgment

Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Proven leadership and business acumen skills

Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills

The Company

Stryker is one of the worlds leading medical technology companies and together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world. For more information, please visit our website at www.stryker.com.

In February 2019, Stryker Corporation (NYSE:SYK) announced that for the ninth consecutive year, Stryker has been named as one of the 2019 FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For ranking 11 out of 100.

Our mission

Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better.