Biomedical Internships
Biomedical internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working biomedical engineers and scientists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Science & Research, with Stryker, Mayo Clinic, and Alcon among the employers posting roles now.
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At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
ZOLL Medical Corporation is committed to developing technologies that help advance the practice of resuscitation. With products for defibrillation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and ventilation, ZOLL provides a comprehensive set of technologies that can help clinicians, EMS professionals, and lay rescuers resuscitate sudden cardiac arrest or trauma victims. ZOLL also designs and markets software that automates the documentation and management of both clinical and non-clinical data.
At ZOLL, you’ll be part of a team of engineers with rich industry experience in computer science, medical science, communications technologies, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. You’ll have the chance to contribute to developing new medical devices and learn about how the technologies work.
We are looking for an academically strong, motivated student to join our advanced development team in the development of technologies and solutions for resuscitation. We offer the challenge of working in a fast-paced team environment where your energy and expertise can help you to reach your full potential.
This position starts in May and runs through August 2027. You must be enrolled in a College Degree program in order to be considered.
Due to the on‑site requirements of this position, applicants are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the designated work location (Chelmsford, MA). This role does not offer relocation.
ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need ZOLL immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) either now or in the future.
Essential Function:
Contribute to technology and algorithm development as part of our innovation process.
Skills Requirements:
- Familiarity with laboratory measurement equipment
- Ability to support engineers in the development of mechanical, software/algorithm, and/or electrical designs
- Creativeness to prototype new assemblies and models from concept sketches
- Attention to detail to execute test plans, including data collection, and organization of results to verify designs
Required/Preferred Education and Experience:
- Pursuing a BS or MS in Biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar program in junior or senior year.
- Experience prototyping designs, building parts and assemblies, and testing is a plus.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.
The hourly pay rate for this position is:
Factors which may affect this rate include shift, geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
ZOLL Medical Corporation is committed to developing technologies that help advance the practice of resuscitation. With products for defibrillation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and ventilation, ZOLL provides a comprehensive set of technologies that can help clinicians, EMS professionals, and lay rescuers resuscitate sudden cardiac arrest or trauma victims. ZOLL also designs and markets software that automates the documentation and management of both clinical and non-clinical data.
At ZOLL, you’ll be part of a team of engineers with rich industry experience in computer science, medical science, communications technologies, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. You’ll have the chance to contribute to developing new medical devices and learn about how the technologies work.
We are looking for an academically strong, motivated student to join our advanced development team in the development of technologies and solutions for resuscitation. We offer the challenge of working in a fast-paced team environment where your energy and expertise can help you to reach your full potential.
This position starts in May and runs through August 2027. You must be enrolled in a College Degree program in order to be considered.
Due to the on‑site requirements of this position, applicants are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the designated work location (Chelmsford, MA). This role does not offer relocation.
ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need ZOLL immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) either now or in the future.
Essential Function:
Contribute to technology and algorithm development as part of our innovation process.
Skills Requirements:
- Familiarity with laboratory measurement equipment
- Ability to support engineers in the development of mechanical, software/algorithm, and/or electrical designs
- Creativeness to prototype new assemblies and models from concept sketches
- Attention to detail to execute test plans, including data collection, and organization of results to verify designs
Required/Preferred Education and Experience:
- Pursuing a BS or MS in Biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar program in junior or senior year.
- Experience prototyping designs, building parts and assemblies, and testing is a plus.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.
The hourly pay rate for this position is:
Factors which may affect this rate include shift, geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Tips for Your Biomedical Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large medical device, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical companies open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall and close cohorts before spring semester starts. If you wait until January or February, the most structured programs are already full. Set a reminder to check listings in September and October for the following summer.
Build a portfolio before you need it
Biomedical hiring teams expect limited work history at the intern level, so projects carry the weight your resume cannot. Document two or three complete projects with the tools used, CAD files, lab analyses, device prototypes, or published data summaries, and make them accessible in a portfolio, GitHub repository, or linked PDF before you start applying.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Pair that with direct applications to companies running smaller cohorts that do not attend fairs, so you reach both the visible pipeline and the less competitive one.
Practice the biomedical intern technical screen out loud
Biomedical intern interviews frequently include a technical screen covering engineering principles, instrumentation, or regulatory concepts depending on the team. Practice answering questions out loud while walking through your reasoning, since interviewers assess how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer. Run through past coursework problems and project decisions before your first screen.
Target structured rotational programs early
Many large medical device and life sciences companies run formal rotational or university internship programs designed to train candidates with no prior industry experience. These programs recruit in the fall for the following summer, fill fast, and are competitive. Identify the programs that match your discipline and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for a second round.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the biomedical internships listed here, so lab-based and manufacturing positions dominate the pool. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting listings. Filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate first so you are only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Biomedical Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a biomedical internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For biomedical candidates, a documented project portfolio showing device designs, lab analyses, or CAD files gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a biomedical internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it in biomedical is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by delivering on your assigned work and building relationships, without counting on conversion as a given.
When should I apply for biomedical internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller biomedical firms and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the strongest chance.
Are biomedical internships paid?
Most professional biomedical internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, so there is no single standard. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Research and development roles at large medical device or diagnostics companies typically offer stronger compensation than nonprofit or academic lab placements.
What should a biomedical internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, instruments, or software used and link or reference where the work can be seen, a CAD portfolio, a published analysis, a GitHub repository, or a lab report summary. Add relevant coursework in areas like biomechanics, medical imaging, or regulatory affairs. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote biomedical internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the biomedical internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill quickly since they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type to surface remote and hybrid listings without sorting through on-site roles you cannot take.
What is a biomedical rotational internship?
A rotational internship places you across two or more functional teams, such as R&D, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing quality, over a single internship term. These structured programs are common at larger medical device and diagnostics companies and are designed for candidates new to the field. They recruit early and are competitive, so identify programs that fit your background and apply in the first round.
Can international students get biomedical internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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