Quality Assurance Intern

Get ready for an immersive 12-week experience with our Summer Internship Program at Inari Medical! This program will offer students an unique opportunity to dive headfirst into the world of medical devices, where cutting-edge technology meets medical innovation. This is not just an internship; it's a chance to learn from and work alongside seasoned industry professionals to make an impact on patients' lives.

The program will take place onsite at our headquarters located in Irvine, California consisting of two cohort options: 5/19/25 - 8/15/25 and 6/16/25 - 9/12/25.

The Quality Assurance (QA) Intern will support Inari Medical’s Quality team, contributing to initiatives that ensure product excellence and compliance with regulatory standards. This role provides hands-on experience in the medical device industry, with opportunities to gain insight into regulatory requirements, quality system procedures, and continuous improvement projects. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, analytical thinkers passionate about quality and patient safety in healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality system procedures to ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA 21CFR820, ISO 13485).
• Participate in internal audits by gathering data, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Regulatory, Manufacturing) to identify quality issues, perform root cause investigation, and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Regulatory, Engineering) to interpret new or revised global standards, assess impact to the Inari QMS and/or products, and implement actions to obtain compliance
• Conduct data analysis and reporting to monitor quality performance metrics and identify trends for improvement.
• Contribute quality training materials and help facilitate training sessions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Currently hold a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to quality and compliance.
• Familiarity with quality standards and regulations (e.g., FDA 21CFR820, ISO 13485) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with QMS software is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Passion for healthcare technology and improving patient outcomes.
  
  

Inari Medical offers competitive health and wealth benefits for our employees. The base pay range for this position is $23.00 - $35.00 per hour. A range of factors, including location, skills, and experience, will be considered. Actual compensation may vary.

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