TDS Proteins DDS Co-Op

Johnson Johnson; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Co‑Op for the TDS Proteins DDS Development group in Malvern, PA. The six‑month program (January–June 2027, on-site, 40 hours/week) focuses on design, development, and characterization of drug delivery systems, medical devices, and combination products across early- and late-stage projects.

The role provides hands-on experience in engineering development, lab testing, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year required.
• Pursuing Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Biological, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related fields.
• GPA 3.0+ required.
• Must be able to start full-time on-site at Malvern, PA.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, plus teamwork and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and characterization of drug delivery systems and medical devices.
• Contribute to development of device technologies for targeted drug delivery.
• Design and execute engineering test methods and evaluations.
• Support lab investigations, mechanical characterization, and product performance assessments.
• Assist in design and fabrication of testing fixtures and setups.
• Document results and contribute to risk management and regulatory activities.
• Apply DOE concepts and statistical methods to evaluate results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance programs.
• Maintain notebooks and project records per procedures.
• Present findings to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Leadership

Learning agility

Education

Undergraduate freshman year completed

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in relevant field

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Creo Parametric

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Job Function

Career Programs

Job Sub Function

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science‑based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for TDS Proteins DDS Co-Op to be in Malvern, PA.

• 3 vacancies are currently available.
• TheCo-op term is six months typically from January to June, 2027 (flexible).
• Full time requirement (40 hours per week) Fully On-site.

Purpose

The TDS Proteins Development Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) organization is seeking a highly motivated Co-Op to support the research, design, development, testing, and characterization of drug delivery systems, combination products, and medical devices across multiple early- and late-stage development programs.

This role provides hands‑on experience in engineering development, laboratory testing, product characterization, data analysis, and experimental design while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to advance innovative drug delivery technologies. The successful candidate will contribute to product development, verification, risk management, performance evaluation, and technical investigations that support the development of next‑generation pharmaceutical and medical device solutions.

You will be responsible:

• Supporting the design, development, and characterization of drug delivery systems, combination products, and medical devices.
• Contributing to the development of device technologies for targeted drug delivery applications.
• Designing, implementing, and executing engineering test methods and performance evaluations.
• Supporting laboratory‑based investigations, mechanical characterization studies, and product performance assessments.
• Assisting in the design and fabrication of testing fixtures and experimental setups.
• Executing engineering studies, analyzing data, and documenting results to support product development, verification, validation, risk management, and regulatory activities.
• Exploring and evaluating novel modeling, testing, and analytical approaches to improve product characterization and development efficiency.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental results using statistical and engineering methodologies.
• Participating in design of experiments (DOE) discussions and technical problem‑solving activities.
• Collaborating with engineers, scientists, and cross‑functional teams to advance development programs.
• Maintaining laboratory notebooks, technical documentation, and project records in accordance with established procedures.
• Presenting technical findings and project updates to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Biological, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related engineering or scientific disciplines.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• You must not have any Summer Internship contract or other employment commitment that could interfere with the contract dates specified for this position.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross‑functional team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and learning agility.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and does not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent's consent for the background check.

Technical Requirements

Candidates should have completed coursework or demonstrate knowledge in:

• Calculus, Statics and Dynamics, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or exposure in one or more of the following areas is preferred:

Product Development & Manufacturing

• Prior experience in product R&D environments, including medical devices, combination products, pharmaceutical products, or physical goods manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies, including extrusion, injection molding, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and manufacturing engineering concepts.
• Experience with medical devices, combination products, injectable products, or drug delivery systems.

Software & Engineering Tools

• Experience using engineering software such as:
• SolidWorks
• Fusion 360
• Creo Parametric
• Minitab
• JMP
• Experience performing 3D CAD modeling of components and assemblies.

Testing & Characterization

• Experience with mechanical testing and characterization methods, including tensile testing (Instron or similar equipment).
• Experience developing, executing, or validating engineering test methods and test fixtures.
• Experience with laboratory investigations, product performance characterization, and design verification activities.

Documentation & Design Controls

• Experience writing technical documentation, including:
• User Requirements.
• Design Requirements.
• Test Protocols.
• Technical Reports.
• Risk Management Documentation.
• Control Strategy Documentation.

Research & Innovation

• Experience with experimental design, research activities, data analysis, and statistical interpretation.
• Exposure to modeling, simulation, software engineering, electrical engineering, or multidisciplinary product development projects.

Ineligibility for severance.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.