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 the #5 World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products.  You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

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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​

The SYSTEMS R&D TEAM embodies this mission by diving deep with end-users, and collaborating cross-functionally, to conceive and realize category-leading surgical visualization and integration products that balance user needs, business objectives and technology advancement within the clinical context. The Systems team is responsible for driving front-end product development and overseeing execution with a strong focus on design requirements, systems thinking and user experience.

As a UX DESIGN INTERN, you will help to define the user experience, flows, interaction patterns, and the interface for products in the healthcare space. You will collaborate across engineering and Clinical/Marketing to assure the solutions align with user needs and business goals. An efficient candidate has a deep fundamental understanding of UX design principles and an eagerness for hands-on, real world product experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engage with Key Opinion Leaders to better understand the needs of end-users, patients, and the environment
• Participate in user research and evaluate user feedback   
• Translate research insights and business requirements into effective designs
• Design concepts, wireframes, and mockups that clearly illustrate how the design functions and looks
• Create design specifications and all necessary documents detailing look and feel and workflow for hand-off to developers
• Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards
• Champion a Human-Centered design process

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Pursuing a Bachelor, Masters or PHD in a relevant program and within 1 year of graduation. For undergraduates, we are only accepting juniors and seniors

• At least one previous industry internship or co-op in relevant area

• A portfolio showcasing relevant design work

• Relevant knowledge of design fundamentals and UX Processes

• A positive attitude, creative spirit, customer-focused driven, and the ability to give and receive creative feedback

• Up-to-date with the latest design trends, design tools, and technologies

• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• A collaborative, team player who has experience working effectively with others

• 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.

A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Stryker, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Our benefits

Our total rewards offering varies by country but often includes 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.

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/

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.