MedTech Surgery Analytical Characterization Intern

6045-Ethicon Inc. Legal Entity; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Sick time benefits

Consolidated retirement plan

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's MedTech Surgery Analytical Characterization Internship in Raritan, NJ offers hands-on wet chemistry and chromatography work within the R&D group. You will support New Product Development projects, manage samples, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results.

The program runs May–August 2026, 40 hours per week, with a focus on developing analytical methods and delivering results for product development.

Qualifications

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• Must not be a Senior graduating prior to the program end date (Seniors must be willing/allowed to extend graduation date if applied and hired).
• Knowledge of basic chemistry lab skills is required.
• Must be able to work permanently in the US and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F1, H1-B status).
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) with reliable transportation to and from work.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Bench work experience in chemistry is preferred.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must 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.
• If you are under 18 years of age, you may need to obtain working papers or other documentation required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Work with scientists to perform wet chemistry and chromatography in support of new product development and life-cycle management.
• Daily activities include sample preparation, testing, data collection, notebook recording, data analysis, and data reporting.
• Login and manage samples submitted from the stability group.
• Practice safe and environmentally sound laboratory techniques adhering to regulatory, local government, and safety guidelines.
• Communicate clearly and concisely through verbal and written reports.
• Maintain good documentation and lab notebook per company procedures and FDA/ICH guidelines.

Skills

Chemistry basics

Laboratory skills

Written communication

US work authorization

Education

Undergrad freshman year

Chemistry or Chem Eng

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. 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 Function: Career Programs

Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category: Career Program

All Job Posting Locations: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Internship Details

We are searching for the best talent for MedTech Surgery Analytical Characterization Intern to be in Raritan, NJ. The Intern term is from May to August, 2026. Full time requirement (40 hours per week).

Purpose

J&J MedTech – Surgery has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 60 years from creating the first suture to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. Our continuing dedication to Shaping the Future of Surgery is built on our commitment to helping address the world's most pressing healthcare issues and improve and save more lives. Through surgical technologies and solutions including sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars, and hemostats, and our commitment to treat serious medical conditions like obesity and cancer worldwide, we deliver innovation to make a life-changing impact. This internship position will join the Analytical Characterization group within the company's research and development organization. You will perform hands‑on experiments in the area of wet chemistry, and chromatography, under the supervision of lab scientists and collaborate with other analytical associates. You will perform sample management and data curator under the supervision of lab managers. You will also participate in New Product Development project teams, interact with cross‑functional R&D development associates, develop analytical methods, and deliver results to support product development.

Responsibilities

• The main responsibility for this position is to work with scientists to perform wet chemistry, and chromatography in support of new product development and life-cycle management.
• The daily activities focus on sample preparation, testing, data collection, notebook recording, data analysis, and data reporting.
• Login and manage samples submitted from the stability group.
• Practices safe and environmentally sound laboratory techniques adhering to regulatory, local government, and safety guidelines.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, through verbal and written reports.
• Maintain good documentation and lab notebook per company procedures, and FDA/ICH guidelines.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• Must not be a Senior graduating prior to the program end date (Seniors must be willing/allowed to extend graduation date if applied and hired).
• Knowledge of basic chemistry lab skills is required.
• Must be able to work permanently in the US and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F1, H1-B status).
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) with reliable transportation to and from work.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Bench work experience in chemistry is preferred.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must 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.
• If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Pay Transparency

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.

Benefits

• Co-Ops/Interns are 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 are 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.

Job Posting Deadline

This job posting is anticipated to close on [09/13/2026]. 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $23.50/hr to $52.50/hr Additional Description for Pay Transparency: 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 are 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 are 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. This job posting is anticipated to close on [09/13/2026]. 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.

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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/.

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