Intern – New Product Development Formulations
Why join Stryker?
We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com
Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities.
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 Stryker’s mission to make healthcare better.
WHAT YOU GET OUT OF THE INTERNSHIP
Stryker, a global leader in medical technology takes great pride in their people, and that’s why we’re 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
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Sterility Assurance Intern will be responsible for assisting with technical support to various areas of the business including cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable and/or single use medical devices.
Under supervision, develop compliant testing protocols and guidelines for new product development and product changes of both terminally sterilized and/or reusable medical devices.
Under supervision, coordinate and complete project deliverables in collaboration with cross functional groups such as R&D, Global Quality Operations (GQO), Regulatory, and Marketing
Support problem solving, root cause analysis, identify potential solutions, and evaluate them against requirements.
Assist with the development or revision of quality system procedures for CQR Sterility Assurance.
Med Device Compliance:
Understand fundamental industry standards, validation requirements, and test strategies which align with regulatory requirements.
With supervision, create or refine documentation, such as sterilization evaluations, and/or reusable device processing evaluations, per company design control procedures.
Apply procedures per the Quality Management System (e.g., terminal sterilization, and/or reusable device processing).
WHAT YOU NEED
Currently working on completion of Bachelor’s 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 permanent resident of the U.S. or U.S. citizen
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
Know someone at Stryker?
Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program at https://careers.stryker.com/referrals/
About Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.
We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com
The future of healthcare starts with you. Customers, patients and employees are at the heart of everything we do at Stryker. As a world-leading medical technology company, we are focused on innovative healthcare solutions not just for today but for tomorrow. The future of healthcare starts with hiring the best talent and providing our employees with flexibility and opportunity to grow their careers in whatever direction their passions take them.