Intern, R&D Chemistry

Job Description

Are you interested in working for an organization that is making a difference in people’s lives every day? We are a medical devices company that develops innovative neuroendovascular technologies for the treatment of vascular disease. We are a high-growth, customer-focused company with an entrepreneurial spirit producing some of the most reliable and technologically advanced products supported by proven clinical data. Take a closer look at what Terumo Neuro has to offer.

Our summer internship program immerses each intern in an interactive, project-based work environment. Over the span of three months, interns will participate in an in-depth orientation week, facility tours, Leadership Speaker Series Q&A panel, community service activities, baseball games, and beach bashes—all crafted to invest in our interns’ personal and professional development. Year over year, Terumo Neuro continues to have best-in-class conversion rates, converting interns in the following departments: HR (Human Resources), HR Communications, Talent Development, Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Accounting, and more.

R&D Intern

Requirements

The R&D Intern will assist in supporting development of medical device products through project work focused on verifying specifications, designs, fixtures, test processes, equipment and helping to ensure the concepts and/or prototypes meet their requirements. Typical degrees include:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Biomechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Data Science/Analytics
• Materials Sciences
• Computer Sciences
• Chemistry
  
  

Typical Duties Might Include

• R&D project involvement
• Device design and process development
• Device flow model bench and physical attribute testing
• Data analysis and test report write-ups
• Fixture designs
• Development of documentations
• Case Studies Support
• Risk Management
  
  

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, Materials, Biomedical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or other related disciplines.
• Creative, inquisitive and demonstrates a strong desire to “build” and “create” (i.e. robotics, mechanical repair, construction).
• Demonstrated experience reading & preparing technical documentation.
• Computer experience and skills including MS Word, Excel and CAD.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Strong analytical capability and organization skills
• Coursework in 2-D/3-D drawings
• Knowledge of SolidWorks
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment and autonomously.
• Knowledge of medical device materials and processes: adhesives, plastics/polymers, metals, laser-welding, laser-cutting, braiding, and lamination.
• Machine shop experience
  
  

Additional Information

• The primary work location for this position is Aliso Viejo, CA (company headquarters).
• Relocation may be available for qualified candidates.
  
  

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and not require visa sponsorship

Posting Country

US - United States