Quality Systems Engineer Intern

Aretè & Cocchi Technology; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,582,000; Part time

Job summary

Aretè & Cocchi Technology is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer Intern to join the Quality Engineering team. You will help maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) and gain hands-on experience in quality engineering principles and industry standards.

In this internship, you will assist with audits, process improvements, documentation, data analysis, and compliance activities while collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain to resolve

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Background in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Biomedical or related Engineering preferred.
• Academic projects and laboratory quality control experience are valued.
• Previous internships in related industries are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist internal and external audits to ensure QMS/GMP/ISO compliance.
• Support CAPA, NCEs, and continuous quality improvement projects.
• Maintain quality records and documentation per GMP/ISO13485/FDA requirements.
• Serve as the contact for customer complaint investigations and communications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
• Assist investigations involving manufacturing defects and product issues.
• Develop and present quality metrics, reports, and trend analyses to management.
• Work in manufacturing and laboratory environments, including exposure to medical device components.

Skills

Data/Statistical Analysis

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Progress

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Quality Systems Engineer Intern will support the Quality Engineering team in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS). The intern will assist with process improvements, documentation, audits, data analysis, and compliance activities while gaining hands‑on experience in quality engineering principles and industry standards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist internal and external audits to ensure compliance with company Quality Management System (QMS), GMP, ISO, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support Senior Quality team with projects involving complaint investigations, nonconforming events (NCEs), CAPA activities, and continuous quality improvement programs.
• Maintain quality records and documentation in compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, FDA, and company requirements
• Serve as the contact for customer complaint investigations, including communication with customers regarding investigation status, findings, corrective actions, and closure
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues and improve product quality
• Assist investigations involving manufacturing defects, sterilization impacts, product failures, and customer-reported issues
• Develop and present quality metrics, reports, and trend analyses to management.
• Demonstrate comfort working in manufacturing and laboratory environments, including exposure to blood‑contaminated products, biological materials, odors, and medical device components during investigations and testing activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• - Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Progress
• - Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Biomedical or related Engineering

EXPERIENCE

• Academic – Related Projects >1year Preferred
• Laboratory – Quality Control or Related 1-2 years Preferred
• Previous Internships in Related Industries 1 year Preferred

SKILLS

Software Skills

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Intermediate

Data/Statistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Time Management, Critical Thinking, Ability to Work in a Team, Communication

Compliance

Attention to Detail, Ability to adhere to strict policies