System Testing Internship for Computer-Assisted Surgery – 6 Months | Start Spring 2027

Stryker Corporation; Freiburg im Breisgau; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and training

Flexible working hours

Attractive vacation policy

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Freiburg, Germany is offering a paid six-month full-time internship in a hands-on MedTech R&D environment. You will support the Computer-Assisted Surgery Test Laboratory, verify, validate, and optimize new products while gaining practical engineering experience.

You will contribute to tests, data analysis, and test setup optimization, collaborating with international teams. Start date March or April 2027, location Freiburg, with mentoring and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Initial experience with MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar programming languages
• Ideally basic knowledge of CAD design, ideally using Creo Parametric
• Interest in research, product development, testing methodologies, and technical analysis
• Good German skills (B1) and good English skills (B2)

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of development-related tests and experiments
• Analyze and evaluate measurement data to support engineering and development decisions
• Contribute to the creation and optimization of test setups
• Support the continuous improvement of testing strategies and procedures
• Collaborate with international teams on innovative projects in computer-assisted surgery

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

German (B1)

English (B2)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, IT or related field

Tools

Creo Parametric

Job description

Work Flexibility: Not available

Your Mission

Are you eager to gain hands‑on experience in the research and development of innovative medical technologies and contribute to solutions that improve healthcare? In this MedTech internship, you will support our Computer‑Assisted Surgery Test Laboratory in verifying, validating, and optimizing new products. You will work with modern technologies, analyze technical data, and gain insight into the product development process of a global medical technology company. Along the way, you will take ownership of your own projects, build valuable technical skills, and establish a strong foundation for your future career in medical technology.

What You Will Do

• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of development‑related tests and experiments
• Analyze and evaluate measurement data to support engineering and development decisions
• Contribute to the creation and optimization of test setups
• Support the continuous improvement of testing strategies and procedures
• Collaborate with international teams on innovative projects in the field of computer‑assisted surgery

What You'll Bring

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Initial experience withMATLAB,Python,C/C++, or similar programming languages
• Ideally basic knowledge ofCAD design, ideally usingCreo Parametric
• Interest in research, product development, testing methodologies, and technical analysis
• Good German skills (B1) and good English skills (B2)

What's In It for You

• Paid six‑month full‑time internship (voluntary internship alongside studies, mandatory internship, or a combination of both possible)
• Start date: March or April 2027
• Location: Freiburg, Germany
• Flexible working hours and attractive vacation policy
• Mentoring and training to support your personal and professional development
• Hands‑on projects with real impact in an international environment
• Germany Pay Range: Freiburg 39Std: €2.476,89 EUR Monthly
• Travel Percentage: None

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic, national, or social background, gender, disability, age, or sexual identity.

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its 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! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com