Engineering Internship, Summer 2027

Edwards Lifesciences; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Subsidized Housing

Competitive Pay

New Grad Conversion

Career Growth

Innovative Technology

Global Company

Stretch Assignments

Meaningful Projects

Mentorship

On-site Amenities

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences seeks an Engineering Intern to contribute to projects across R&D, Quality and Manufacturing, with hands-on testing and documentation responsibilities. Ideal candidates are biomedical/mechanical engineering students, in good academic standing, available May/June 2027 through August 2027, and eager to gain experience in the medical device industry.

Position may be located at Edwards’ Irvine, CA or Draper, UT facilities, with relocation considerations where applicable.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as a student with a graduation date December 2027 or later.
• Ability to work full-time May/June 2027 - Aug 2027.
• Lab environment experience and hands-on test execution.
• Strong interest in healthcare/medical device industry.
• Minimum 3.0+ cumulative GPA.

Responsibilities

• Work on challenging projects across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing and more.
• Conceptualize, develop, and iterate designs to meet requirements.
• Test new designs (functional, mechanical, simulated use) and document results.
• Document production concerns and assist in troubleshooting.
• Provide documentation support and written reports on testing and designs.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Education

Biomedical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Bioengineering

Job description

This posting is submitted in anticipation of future roles at Edwards.

Program participants could be placed at our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California or facilities in Draper, Utah. Locations are made available according to business need. Please visit Edwards.com for information on our locations.

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We'll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As an Engineering Intern with us, you'll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths.

How you could make an impact:

• Work on challenging projects in a variety of Business Units and functions such as R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and more!
• Conceptualize, develop, and iterate designs in response to design requirements specified.
• Test new designs (functional testing, mechanical testing, and simulated use) and brainstorm novel ideas for device improvements using test results.
• Assist in documenting production department concerns and aid in troubleshooting and resolving technical problems.
• Provide documentation support and complete written reports on testing and designs.
• Actively participate in design reviews and provide relevant feedback for teammates.

What you’ll need (Required):

• Current enrollment as a student at an accredited university for the duration of the Internship project with a graduation date of December 2027 or later
• Ability to work full-time for the duration of the Internship (May/June 2027 - Aug 2027)
• Comfortability working in a lab environment, as well as being hands‑on, highly motivated, able to follow procedures, perform testing, and clearly convey data results.
• Strong interest in pursuing relevant industry experience.
• Good scholastic standing (3.0+ cumulative GPA or equivalent)
• Must not require company sponsorship for an employment‑based visa now or in the future.

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Junior or Senior standing, pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering etc.
• Course completion of Engineering Mechanics and Mechanical Design
• Interest in pursuing healthcare and/or medical device industry experience

Unique Benefits for Interns:

• Relocation- If applicable
• Subsidized Housing
• Competitive Compensation
• Conversion Opportunities into our New Grad Programs following graduation
• Accelerated Career Growth
• Innovative & Industry Leading Technology
• A Growing Global Company
• Stretch Assignments
• Meaningful Projects with Real Impact
• Continuous Mentorship
• On‑site Cafe, Gym, Basketball & Beach Volleyball Courts
• Great People & Beautiful Place to Work!

For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000 - $72,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.