Summer 2027 Internship RAQA Quality Assurance California

Stryker; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

11 paid holidays annually

Housing or living stipend

Job summary

Stryker, a leading medical technologies company based in the United States, invites motivated students to join our RA/QA Quality Assurance internship in Irvine. You will contribute to quality processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and gain mentorship from leaders shaping healthcare.

Majors targeted include Biomedical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or related fields. You must maintain enrollment, have a 3.0 GPA, be eligible to work in the U.S., and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Current pursuit of Bachelor's or Master's in a related field; must stay enrolled.
• GPA 3.0 or above (verified at time of hire).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to collaborate and build relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Management System activities to maintain compliance.
• Assist with Nonconformance reporting; investigate issues and document findings.
• Support Corrective and Preventive Action activities; assist root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Supplier Quality, and Operations.
• Review and organize quality documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Support continuous improvement projects to strengthen quality processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Get Out of the Internship

At Stryker, we believe that developing the next generation of talent is just as important as developing life-changing medical technologies. As an intern, you won't just observe - you'll contribute to meaningful projects, gain exposure to leaders who will mentor you, and experience a culture of innovation and teamwork that is shaping the future of healthcare. As an intern, you will:

• Apply classroom knowledge and gain experience in a fast-paced and growing industry setting
• Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop your skills
• Network with key/high-level stakeholders and leaders of the business
• Be a part of an innovative team and culture
• Experience documenting complex processes and presenting them in a clear format

Who we want

Challengers. People who seek out the hard projects and work to find just the right solutions.

Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward.

Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts.

Strategic thinkers. Interns who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed their performance objectives.

Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with an unparalleled work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to their partnerships.

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make healthcare better.

Opportunities Available

As an RA/QA Quality Assurance intern at Stryker, you will gain hands-on experience supporting quality processes that help ensure our products meet internal standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to support Quality Management System activities, contribute to continuous improvement efforts, and help drive compliance across product and process quality initiatives. You will contribute to projects that strengthen quality systems, improve documentation, and support safe, effective products for patients and customers:

• Support Quality Management System activities to help maintain compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and internal procedures
• Assist with Nonconformance reporting by helping investigate quality issues, document findings, and support timely resolution
• Contribute to Corrective and Preventive Action activities by supporting root cause analysis, action planning, and effectiveness checks
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Supplier Quality, and Operations to support quality initiatives
• Review and organize quality documentation, records, and process information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with procedural requirements
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on strengthening quality processes, reducing risk, and improving efficiency
• Gain exposure to audits, quality metrics, and compliance activities that help ensure products and processes meet Stryker's high standards

Majors Targeted: Scientific or technical disciplines preferred (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or related fields)

$20 min hourly wage - $35 max hourly wage, sign-on bonus, 11 paid holidays annually, and either paid corporate housing or a living stipend, dependent upon hiring location

What You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field; must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship.
• Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above (verified at time of hire)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship now or in the future.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate and build relationships
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and eagerness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.