Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

UFP TECHNOLOGIES; Grand Rapids Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Technologies, Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle. You’ll work on design, prototyping, manufacturing and testing, under the guidance of experienced engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

You’ll rotate through core engineering processes, interact with customers, manage program tasks, and contribute to design discussions, data collection and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn.
• Previous internship or co‑op experience is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Customer Interaction – Understand client needs and how they drive design.
• Program Management – See how complex projects are planned and executed.
• Design & Fabrication – Turn ideas into functional prototypes.
• Measurement & Analysis – Learn to test and evaluate performance.
• Problem Solving – Apply your engineering skills to real manufacturing challenges.

Skills

CAD software

Word & Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Location: UFP Technologies| Grand Rapids, MI

Make your mark on life-changing medical technology.
At UFP Technologies, we transform innovative concepts into real-world medical products that improve lives. As an Engineering Intern, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across the entire product lifecycle—from design and prototyping to manufacturing and testing—all while being mentored by experienced engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Experience

During your internship, you’ll rotate through and contribute to key areas of our engineering process, including:

• Customer Interaction – Understand client needs and how they drive design.
• Program Management – See how complex projects are planned and executed.
• Design & Fabrication – Turn ideas into functional prototypes.
• Measurement & Analysis – Learn to test and evaluate performance.
• Problem Solving – Apply your engineering skills to real manufacturing challenges.

You’ll also work closely with a mentor to set meaningful goals, participate in product and process design discussions, and contribute to technical reports, data collection, and process improvements.

• Application Deadline: January 15, 2027
• Interviews Begin: Late January 2027
• Start Date: Mid to late May 2027
• End Date: Late August or early September 2027
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday–Friday
• Location: On-site in Grand Rapid, MI (no housing or transportation provided; local candidates within 45 minutes preferred)

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn.
• Previous internship or co‑op experience is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available).

Why UFP Technologies?

At UFP MedTech, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and quality. You won’t just observe—you’ll contribute. Our interns leave with valuable hands‑on experience, industry knowledge, and connections that help launch their engineering careers.

About UFP MedTech:

UFP Technologies is a designer and custom manufacturer of comprehensive solutions for medical devices, sterile packaging, and other highly engineered custom products. UFP is an important link in the medical device supply chain and a valued outsource partner to most of the top medical device manufacturers in the world. The Company’s single‑use and single‑patient devices and components are used in a wide range of medical devices and packaging for minimally invasive surgery, infection prevention, wound care, wearables, orthopedic soft goods, and orthopedic implants.

UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.