Spring 2026 R&D Co-op: Paid, Mentored Medical Device Eng

Cook Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cook Winston-Salem is seeking a Spring 2026 Research & Development Co-op in Winston-Salem, NC. This paid temporary position spans Product Research, Production Engineering and Development Engineering, typically aligned with a school semester, offering hands-on experience in medical device manufacturing.

Co-ops are mentored by engineers and work under quality systems to meet regulatory requirements, while maintaining training and seeking growth opportunities in a structured setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student in an engineering program.
• GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Proof of enrollment required.

Responsibilities

• Support projects across Equipment Application, Device Development, Manufacturing Support and related areas.
• Produce engineering deliverables and analyze proposed solutions during production.
• Work with a direct mentor and follow QA/Regulatory guidelines (FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485).
• Maintain training and pursue continuous development.

Education

College/University student in Engineering (Sophomore/Junior/Senior) or Graduate student in Engineering

Job description

Cook Winston-Salem is seeking a Spring 2026 Research & Development Co-op in Winston-Salem, NC. This paid temporary position spans Product Research, Production Engineering and Development Engineering, typically aligned with a school semester, offering hands-on experience in medical device manufacturing.

Co-ops are mentored by engineers and work under quality systems to meet regulatory requirements, while maintaining training and seeking growth opportunities in a structured setting.