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Research Engineering Intern
CompanyFortive
LocationEverett
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 10, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will construct a testable hypothesis and experiment plan, working with a senior team to build and refine prototypes and conduct test measurements. They will document and interpret results while conducting literature reviews as needed.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
8263
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.
We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
Ready to move your career forward? Find out more at careers.fortive.com.
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About the Role
Use foundational engineering (electrical and mechanical) and optics physics principles to construct a testable hypothesis and experiment plan and/or system design supporting a Fluke area of interest. Work with a senior team of engineers and researchers to create an work plan, build and refine a prototype and conduct test measurements. Use sound engineering principles and experiment practices to execute experiments, document and interpret results. Work with the senior team to review approaches and plan as well as results and interpretation. Conduct literature reviews as needed. Design and build experiment hardware and software as needed (could include circuit design, scripting, 3D printing, basic machining). Actively pursuing a degree in engineering, physics, or related field, graduating December 2026 or later. Ability to work in Everett, WA for the summer. Must be able to work independently and seek direction/help as needed. Strong background in E&M / optical physics, mathematics, and engineering. Experience with basic circuit design & electrical measurement methods. Experience running experiments and collecting data using sound scientific methods.
Key Skills
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringOptics PhysicsExperiment DesignPrototype DevelopmentData CollectionCircuit DesignScripting3D PrintingBasic MachiningMathematicsScientific MethodsLiterature ReviewIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationTest Measurements
Categories
EngineeringScience & Research
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