Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is o ur Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Program Objective/Scope

The summer internship program at BD Corporate Headquarters in Franklin Lakes, NJ, provides students hands-on exposure to BD's product development process for innovation and commercialization. Our unique development process differentiates BD from the competition and is the means by which we meet the needs of a wide range of medical device global markets.

As part of a global organization, you may work within cross-functional or interdisciplinary teams while collaborating and supporting multiple internal partners and customers. The internship program will provide endless opportunities to engage with peers, senior personnel, and supervisors who will provide informal mentoring and coaching.

Throughout our summer internship, students will build an extensive professional network, learn how to work in an engineering environment, build and hone laboratory skills, and deliver business presentations showcasing their work. BD's summer internship program is a great opportunity to gain exposure to the medical device industry and BD’s culture.

We are recruiting for highly driven Mechanical and Biomedical engineering students with a passion for innovation, product development and working in the medical device industry. The candidate is responsible for all housing and transportation costs.

Project Areas:

Each R&D intern will be assigned an individual project to lead and drive to further develop their technical engineering expertise in the Mechanical and/or Biomedical space. During your summer internship, you will have the opportunity to work in one of the following areas:

• Design and development product systems, subsystems, and components using design for manufacturing principles as well as geometric dimensioning and tolerancing tools.

• Identify the best tools and approaches to effectively solve engineering problems to develop, optimize and/or analyze designs by applying the appropriate mix of first principles, analytical, computational, and experimental methods.

• Ensure the implementation and rigor of product development processes and design control procedures.

• Support current products in terms of quality, manufacturing, supply continuity, and cost improvement.

• Support execution of technical and/or cross-functional project work.

Required qualifications:

Education

• BS and/or MS/PhD student pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Biomedical engineering

• A focus in Software as a device development is welcome but not required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10 - 12-week summer internship period.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship/co-op experience

In order to qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

BD is a Fortune 500 global medical technology company headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with offices in more than 50 countries. The company operates three business segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences and BD Interventional. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from the design and engineering, to the manufacturing and the marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.