Intern Summer 2027

Job Description

Are you interested in working for an organization that is making a difference in people’s lives every day? We are a medical devices company that develops innovative neuroendovascular technologies for the treatment of vascular disease. We are a high-growth, customer-focused company with an entrepreneurial spirit producing some of the most reliable and technologically advanced products supported by proven clinical data. Take a closer look at what Terumo Neuro has to offer. 

Our summer internship program immerses each intern in an interactive, project-based work environment. Over the span of three months, interns will participate in an in-depth orientation week, facility tours, Leadership Speaker Series Q&A panel, community service activities, baseball games, and beach bashes—all crafted to invest in our interns’ personal and professional development. Year over year, MicroVention continues to have best-in-class conversion rates, converting interns in the following departments: HR (Human Resources), HR Communications, Talent Development, Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Accounting, and more. 

R&D Intern 

The R&D Intern will assist in supporting development of medical device products through project work focused on verifying specifications, designs, fixtures, test processes, equipment and helping to ensure the concepts and/or prototypes meet their requirements. Typical degrees include: 

 

• Mechanical Engineering 

• Biomechanical Engineering 

• Electrical Engineering 

• Chemical Engineering 

• Manufacturing Engineering 

• Industrial Engineering 

• Data Science/Analytics 

• Materials Sciences 

• Computer Sciences 

• Chemistry 

 

Typical Duties might include: 

 

• R&D project involvement 

• Device design and process development 

• Device flow model bench and physical attribute testing 

• Data analysis and test report write-ups 

• Fixture designs 

• Development of documentations 

• Case Studies Support 

• Risk Management 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications  

 

1. Working toward a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, Materials, Biomedical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or other related disciplines.  

1. Creative, inquisitive and demonstrates a strong desire to “build” and “create” (i.e. robotics, mechanical repair, construction).  

1. Demonstrated experience reading & preparing technical documentation.  

1. Computer experience and skills including MS Word, Excel and CAD.  

 

Desired Qualifications  

1. Strong analytical capability and organization skills  

1. Coursework in 2-D/3-D drawings  

1. Knowledge of SolidWorks  

1. Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment and autonomously.  

1. Knowledge of medical device materials and processes: adhesives, plastics/polymers, metals, laser-welding, laser-cutting, braiding, and lamination.  

1. Machine shop experience  

 

Additional Information  

 

• The primary work location for this position is Aliso Viejo, CA (company headquarters).  

• Relocation may be available for qualified candidates.  

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and not require visa sponsorship.

$20/hr - $24/hr Financial compensation packages may be higher/lower than what is listed, & will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.