Summer 2027 Internship - Mechanical Engineering - California

About the Role

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.

What You Will Do

• 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 hard projects and work to find the right solutions.
• Teammates. Partners who listen, share ideas, and work together to move the business forward.
• Charismatic networkers. Relationship-savvy individuals who intentionally make connections internally and externally.
• Strategic thinkers. Interns who propose innovative ideas and consistently exceed performance objectives.
• Customer-oriented achievers. Individuals with a strong work ethic and customer-focused attitude who bring value to partnerships.
• Game changers. Persistent interns dedicated to living out Stryker’s mission to make healthcare better.

Opportunities Available

As a Mechanical Engineering intern, you will be placed in one of the following teams:

Research & Development

• New Product Development: Work with cross-functional teams to identify future product needs, research technologies, and develop new product concepts using tools like CAD, FEA, and Test Labs.
• Product Engineering: Collaborate to improve existing products by researching technologies, customer feedback, and performance data. Utilize CAD, FEA, Test Labs, and root cause analysis to enhance safety and efficacy.
• Test Lab: Partner with Test Engineers and R&D to test early prototypes, design verification, and simulate real-life situations. Responsible for quantitative testing of product specifications.

Majors Targeted

Mechanical Engineering or related majors

Compensation

$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.

Qualifications

• 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)
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employment-based 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.

About Stryker

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies, offering innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine. Alongside its customers, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually, driven to make healthcare better.