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Product Development Intern roles can be sponsored under the H-1B visa, OPT, or CPT programs, but only when the position requires a qualifying degree in engineering, design, or a related specialty field. Employers filing LCAs for intern-level roles are less common, so targeting companies with established sponsorship programs matters. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsAt TE Connectivity, you’ll help bring our purpose to life by creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Your role as an Intern in the Global Operations Business Unit will help us make the connections that move the world forward by:
Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineer Intern for the Medical Business Unit will be responsible for supporting product and process development engineering activities of new medical device products.
Expected results are completion of projects as assigned which can include process development and/or characterization or other engineering projects directly contributing to the business needs with a focus on problem solving, cost reduction and product deliveries.
Responsibilities
At TE Connectivity, you’ll be part of a global collaborative culture where your innovative approach and actions have the potential to transform the world of tomorrow. In this role you’ll:
- Provide support in testing of product designs, fixture design, medical device building and processing medical devices through process equipment.
- Learning of medical device technologies, tour manufacturing lines and interacting with cross functional teams.
- Develop reports of test data with summaries of conclusions based on the data.
- Problem solving abilities to resolve complex technical process and product designs.
You’re the kind of person we are looking for if you:
- Have earned a high school diploma or GED.
- Are currently enrolled in, or pursuing, a BA/BS Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university—or have equivalent work experience (gap year students may also be considered).
- Preferably have prior internship experience or have completed a major project.
- Are authorized to work in the U.S.
Competencies
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
Compensation
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $20.91 – 45.04/hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
What TE Connectivity Internship Program offers
TE has a robust internship program that provides our interns with an abundance of resources to feel included as part of our Team. Every summer we coordinate various educational and networking events for our interns. The TE University Relations team will be hosting virtual meetups, information sessions, tours, skill building presentations, and topping it off with National Intern Day celebration activities.
A unique employee resource group we have is the Young Professionals Employee Resource Group (ERG). This group is committed to creating a highly engaged and empowered cross-functional network of young professionals by placing high value in Professional Development, Networking Opportunities and Community Involvement to drive the success of our interns.
In addition to the ERG, we also provide our interns with complete access to our internal library of self-lead courses. These courses include academies like leadership to help the interns develop their development in becoming future leaders at our organization. To help with their professional growth, we provide access to Mentors via our NAVIGATE platform. Mentors serve as a guide to navigate the organization and provide additional support in their career endeavors at the company. Our program provides a holistic experience for interns that targets professional development and personal growth.
Our internship program typically runs May thru August and gives students the opportunity to work on projects that contribute to the success of their team and build on their classroom experience. Throughout the 10–12-week program, interns will be provided with:
- Onboarding & Orientation
- Professional Development Workshops
- Networking Opportunities
- Operations Experience
- Executive Exposure
Timeline
TE Connectivity recruits on campus between September and March for New Grad (FT), Rotational, Internship and Co-op positions beginning in May. Once you have applied to a position, your resume and application will be reviewed. If you are selected to move to the next step in the application process, you will be contacted by a recruiter. Once you accept an offer, the onboarding process will begin in January for interns who have committed to offers in the fall semester and upon acceptance for interns who have committed to offers in the spring semester.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Fraud
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Job Locations:
5905 TRENTON LN N
PLYMOUTH, Minnesota 55442
United States
Posting City: PLYMOUTH
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 155715
Workplace Type: Onsite
At TE Connectivity, you’ll help bring our purpose to life by creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Your role as an Intern in the Global Operations Business Unit will help us make the connections that move the world forward by:
Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineer Intern for the Medical Business Unit will be responsible for supporting product and process development engineering activities of new medical device products.
Expected results are completion of projects as assigned which can include process development and/or characterization or other engineering projects directly contributing to the business needs with a focus on problem solving, cost reduction and product deliveries.
Responsibilities
At TE Connectivity, you’ll be part of a global collaborative culture where your innovative approach and actions have the potential to transform the world of tomorrow. In this role you’ll:
- Provide support in testing of product designs, fixture design, medical device building and processing medical devices through process equipment.
- Learning of medical device technologies, tour manufacturing lines and interacting with cross functional teams.
- Develop reports of test data with summaries of conclusions based on the data.
- Problem solving abilities to resolve complex technical process and product designs.
You’re the kind of person we are looking for if you:
- Have earned a high school diploma or GED.
- Are currently enrolled in, or pursuing, a BA/BS Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university—or have equivalent work experience (gap year students may also be considered).
- Preferably have prior internship experience or have completed a major project.
- Are authorized to work in the U.S.
Competencies
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
Compensation
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $20.91 – 45.04/hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
What TE Connectivity Internship Program offers
TE has a robust internship program that provides our interns with an abundance of resources to feel included as part of our Team. Every summer we coordinate various educational and networking events for our interns. The TE University Relations team will be hosting virtual meetups, information sessions, tours, skill building presentations, and topping it off with National Intern Day celebration activities.
A unique employee resource group we have is the Young Professionals Employee Resource Group (ERG). This group is committed to creating a highly engaged and empowered cross-functional network of young professionals by placing high value in Professional Development, Networking Opportunities and Community Involvement to drive the success of our interns.
In addition to the ERG, we also provide our interns with complete access to our internal library of self-lead courses. These courses include academies like leadership to help the interns develop their development in becoming future leaders at our organization. To help with their professional growth, we provide access to Mentors via our NAVIGATE platform. Mentors serve as a guide to navigate the organization and provide additional support in their career endeavors at the company. Our program provides a holistic experience for interns that targets professional development and personal growth.
Our internship program typically runs May thru August and gives students the opportunity to work on projects that contribute to the success of their team and build on their classroom experience. Throughout the 10–12-week program, interns will be provided with:
- Onboarding & Orientation
- Professional Development Workshops
- Networking Opportunities
- Operations Experience
- Executive Exposure
Timeline
TE Connectivity recruits on campus between September and March for New Grad (FT), Rotational, Internship and Co-op positions beginning in May. Once you have applied to a position, your resume and application will be reviewed. If you are selected to move to the next step in the application process, you will be contacted by a recruiter. Once you accept an offer, the onboarding process will begin in January for interns who have committed to offers in the fall semester and upon acceptance for interns who have committed to offers in the spring semester.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Fraud
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Job Locations:
5905 TRENTON LN N
PLYMOUTH, Minnesota 55442
United States
Posting City: PLYMOUTH
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 155715
Workplace Type: Onsite
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Product Development Intern
Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Internship titles can be vague. Check that the job description requires a specific degree field, such as industrial design, mechanical engineering, or product management. Roles requiring any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to sponsor under H-1B.
Use CPT or OPT before pursuing H-1B sponsorship
Most employers sponsor product development interns through Curricular Practical Training or Optional Practical Training first. Full H-1B sponsorship typically comes after a return offer. Securing a STEM-designated OPT extension buys you up to three additional years of work authorization.
Target companies with dedicated university recruiting programs
Large consumer goods, technology hardware, and medical device companies run structured intern programs with clear pathways to full-time sponsorship. These employers already have immigration counsel on retainer and understand the LCA and H-1B petition process for converting interns.
Verify your degree field aligns with the role before applying
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree supports the job duties, not just whether you hold a bachelor's degree. A product development internship in medical devices favors biomedical engineering. One in consumer electronics favors electrical engineering or industrial design specifically.
Ask about return offer and sponsorship policy during interviews
Some employers sponsor full-time roles but not internships directly. Asking early whether the company converts interns to full-time employees, and whether those roles are sponsored, helps you assess your actual path to long-term work authorization before accepting an offer.
Document your specialized coursework and project work clearly
When employers file your LCA and H-1B petition, they must show the role requires your specific degree. A resume and cover letter that connect your coursework and projects directly to the product development work strengthens the petition and reduces the risk of an RFE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Product Development Intern role be sponsored for an H-1B visa?
Yes, but it depends on how the role is structured. The position must qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like engineering, industrial design, or materials science. Internships described as general or cross-functional are harder to sponsor because USCIS scrutinizes whether the degree requirement is genuine and specific to the job duties.
What degree fields are most commonly accepted for product development intern visa sponsorship?
Mechanical engineering, industrial design, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, and human-computer interaction are the most commonly accepted fields for product development intern sponsorship. Product management-adjacent roles may also accept degrees in business or computer science, depending on the industry. The critical factor is that your degree field connects directly to the technical work described in the job posting, not just the internship title.
How common is H-1B sponsorship for intern-level product development roles?
It is less common than for full-time roles. Most companies that sponsor product development interns do so through OPT or CPT rather than filing a full H-1B visa petition for an internship. H-1B sponsorship at the intern level is more likely at large employers with structured programs, particularly in industries like medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive. Migrate Mate filters for roles where sponsorship is confirmed, which helps narrow your search.
Does a three-year Australian bachelor's degree qualify for product development intern sponsorship?
Generally yes. USCIS and most employers treat a three-year Australian bachelor's degree as equivalent to a four-year U.S. degree for H-1B specialty occupation purposes, particularly when the degree is in a relevant technical field. Some employers and attorneys may request a credential evaluation to confirm equivalency. If your degree is in engineering or design from an accredited Australian university, equivalency challenges are rare in practice.
What happens to my visa status if the product development internship ends without a return offer?
If you are on OPT, your authorization continues until your OPT end date regardless of whether the internship converts to a full-time role. If you are on CPT, your authorization is tied to your enrollment and the specific internship, so it ends when the internship does. Losing an internship on H-1B status triggers a 60-day grace period to find a new employer, change status, or depart the U.S.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Product Development Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.