Design and Development, Co-Op Spring 2027

6041-Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc Legal Entity; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance for non-local co-op

One-time taxable housing stipend

Housing resources to secure local stay

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for R&D Design & Development Co-ops for the Spring 2027 term in Cincinnati, OH. Rotations are 3–4 months with opportunities for multiple rotations, offering hands-on CAD training and access to on-site labs.

Applicants must be enrolled in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Electrical Engineering, with at least two semesters completed and a 3.0 GPA. Authorization to work in the U.S. for the full term is required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Electrical Engineering (PhD may be considered).
• Must have completed at least two semesters prior to co‑op start; sophomore or above.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the full duration of the co‑op term.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Availability to work full‑time on-site during term; courses must be outside business hours.

Responsibilities

• Use state-of-the-art tools and on-site training to support design.
• Perform testing, experimentation, and validation to support product design.
• Assist in developing laboratory testing and interpreting data results.
• Build CAD models, simulations, and perform stack‑up analysis as needed.
• Rotations are 3–4 months with opportunities for multiple rotations.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Simulation tools

Leadership/participation

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Biomedical Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Simulation software

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Overview

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for R&D Design & Development Co‑ops for the Spring 2027 term within our MedTech sector, located in Cincinnati, OH. The Spring term dates are approximately from 01/11/2027 - 04/30/2027.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential. At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

Responsibilities

• Use state of the art tools and take advantage of training courses offered on-site.
• Perform testing, experimentation, and validation to support product design.
• Contribute to design solution activity through utilization of previously learned skills with CAD tools, simulation tools, fundamental engineering principles, and experienced mentorship from seasoned Team Engineers.
• Assist in developing laboratory testing, interpreting data results, and recommending next steps.
• Opportunities to receive intermediate CAD training, if applicable, including building simulation models, developing kinematics models, and performing stack‑up analysis.
• Responsibilities will increase with each rotation as you learn more by returning to school.
• Rotations are generally 3-4 months and availability for multiple rotations is desired.
• We offer a competitive wage and housing assistance to non-local students that live 50+ miles from the site.
• All co‑ops that qualify for housing assistance will receive a one‑time taxable stipend to support the cost of living during the co‑op term.
• Prior to the start date all co‑ops will be connected with other incoming co‑ops and provided with housing resources to individually secure housing arrangements.
• Transportation is not provided; all co‑ops are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from the site daily.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/institution pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field. (PhD degree may be considered)
• Must have completed a minimum of two semesters in school prior to the beginning of the co‑op term (class standing of a sophomore or above).
• Considered a student during the co‑op term, must not have a graduation date prior to the start of the co‑op term.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the full duration of the co‑op term.
• Have demonstrated leadership/participation in campus programs and/or community service activities.
• Availability to work full‑time on‑site for the duration of the co‑op term, if you are taking classes during the term all courses and coursework must be completed outside of business hours (8am – 5pm, M‑F).
• Previous internship or co‑op experience in the medical device industry is preferred.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H‑1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Pay & Benefits

• The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $23.50/hr to $52.50/hr.
• The expected pay range for this position is between $23.50 per hour and $52.50 per hour but will be based on candidate’s program year, discipline, degree and/or experience.
• Co‑Ops/Interns may be eligible to participate in Company‑sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan.
• Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year.
• Co‑Ops and Interns may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).
• For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits.

EEO & Inclusion

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law.

We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Closing Date

This job posting is anticipated to close by 10/16/26. The company may however extend this time‑period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications. This job posting is anticipated to close on 04/30/2027.