Summer 2027 Internship - Regulatory Affairs - California

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

11 paid holidays annually

Housing stipend or corporate housing

Job summary

Stryker Group is seeking a Regulatory Affairs intern in the United States. You will gain exposure to global regulatory strategy and work with R&D, Supplier Quality, Marketing, and Clinical Affairs to ensure products meet regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing science-related degrees, have a ≥3.0 GPA, and demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and teamwork. The role offers hands-on regulatory experience and a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field with demonstrated academic excellence.
• 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 and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Perform regulatory intelligence activities to monitor changes in global regulations and support strategy updates.
• Assist with preparing regulatory submissions to register products internationally.
• Shadow RA Specialists during new product development meetings to gain insight into the collaborative design and development process.
• Support post-market regulatory reporting projects that help monitor device performance and identify potential safety or quality issues.
• Contribute to the development of regulatory assessments and change notification strategies to minimize disruption to product registrations or approvals.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

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 a Regulatory Affairs (RA) intern at Stryker, you will gain exposure to global regulatory strategy and compliance while working cross-functionally with teams such as R&D, Supplier Quality, Marketing, and Clinical Affairs. You will contribute to projects that ensure our products meet regulatory requirements and reach patients safely and effectively:

• Perform regulatory intelligence activities to monitor changes in global regulations and support strategy updates

• Assist with preparing regulatory submissions to register products internationally

• Shadow RA Specialists during new product development meetings to gain insight into the collaborative design and development process

• Support post-market regulatory reporting projects that help monitor device performance and identify potential safety or quality issues

• Contribute to the development of regulatory assessments and change notification strategies to minimize disruption to product registrations or approvals

Majors Targeted:

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

What You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, or a related field and 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.

$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