Quality & Engineering Intern

IRP Medical; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

IRP Medical in San Clemente, CA is offering a Quality & Engineering Intern position designed for students or recent graduates in engineering. The role provides hands-on exposure to Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, and Continuous Improvement within aerospace and industrial production environments.

The internship runs late September through December, about 12–16 weeks at 40 hours per week. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree and have 0–2 years of related

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering.
• 0–2 years in engineering, quality, or manufacturing (internships ok).
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to follow processes and solve straightforward problems.
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Assurance activities such as inspection, testing, documentation updates, and data collection.
• Review quality records, nonconformance reports, and CAPAs.
• Perform basic dimensional inspections and support measurement system activities under supervision.
• Assist Engineering and Quality teams with process validation, first article documentation, and production troubleshooting.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, lean, process mapping).
• Maintain and update quality documents, work instructions, and databases.
• Support cross-functional Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams as needed.
• Learn daily operations and participate in hands-on tasks related to production and quality processes.
• Other engineering/quality assignments as required.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

CAD/Metrology/Stats knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

CAD software

Metrology tools

Statistical analysis

Job description

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Quality & Engineering Intern

Full Time San Clemente, CA, US

15 days ago Requisition ID: 2033

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Hourly

IRP Med is seeking a Quality & Engineering Intern who is currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an engineering program and is looking to gain hands‑on experience in a manufacturing and quality‑focused environment. This internship provides exposure to Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, and Continuous Improvement activities supporting our aerospace and industrial production operations.

About :

IRP Medical is a trusted leader in engineered elastomer solutions serving Medical Device, and aerospace markets. Our team designs and manufactures precision‑molded seals, gaskets, and custom rubber components that perform in the most demanding environments. We take pride in craftsmanship, collaboration, and a culture built on innovation and reliability.

Internship Details:

This internship is expected to run from late September through December, lasting approximately 12–16 weeks at 40 hours per week.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support Quality Assurance activities such as inspection, testing, documentation updates, and data collection.
• Assist in reviewing quality records, nonconformance reports, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Perform basic dimensional inspections and support measurement system activities under supervision.
• Assist Engineering and Quality teams with process validation, first article documentation, and production troubleshooting.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, lean activities, process mapping).
• Help maintain and update quality documents, work instructions, and databases.
• Support cross-functional Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams as needed.
• Learn daily operations and participate in hands‑on tasks related to production and quality processes.
• Other engineering/quality assignments as required.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required.

Job Specifications:

Education

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Or a related technical discipline

Experience

• 0–2 years of engineering, quality, or manufacturing experience (internships, projects, or lab work acceptable).

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and solve straightforward problems.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, or quality concepts preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with CAD, basic metrology tools, or statistical analysis is a plus but not required.

At IRP Medical, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IRP Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.

(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)