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Diagnostics Development Co-op (July '26 Start)

CompanyNanopath
LocationCambridge
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 12, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support and manage a variety of engineering tasks, with responsibilities tailored to the candidate's skills. Participate in team discussions and work directly with scientists and engineers to drive product development.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
29
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Nanopath is a molecular diagnostics company disrupting traditional testing methodologies. We aim to improve the health of women by providing granular and clinically actionable information within a single office visit.
About the Role

Nanopath is a fast-growing diagnostics company developing a first-in-class in vitro platform to revolutionize the way we diagnose disease. Nanopath works to disrupt existing lengthy molecular testing methodologies by bringing them closer to the patient. We aim to improve the lives of patients, starting with women, using our purpose-built tool that provides actionable information within a single office visit.

The company is headquartered at The Engine, the premier tough technology incubator in the Kendall Square ecosystem. As a company, we are committed to health equity and the design of solutions for underserved populations and low-resource settings. Corporate sustainability – both environmental and social – is at the forefront of our decision making.

About the Role

  • Support and manage a variety of engineering tasks. We are happy to tailor key responsibilities to the candidate ranging from hardware, 3D printing, prototyping to molecular biology and anything in between. 
  • Participate in critical team discussions, meetings, and presentations. Our co-ops are given critical and important projects!
  • Work directly with our tight-knit team of scientists and engineers to drive our product forward.
  • Learn more about cutting edge biophysics and interdisciplinary medtech development.

Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in a relevant academic program – we are open to undergraduate and graduate degree opportunities
  • Ability to commit to 15+ weeks of full-time and onsite work in Cambridge, MA
  • Sophomore or above with demonstrated experience through past internships or research projects
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, highly organized with demonstrated curiosity, scientific rigor and creative problem-solving
  • Proactive self-starter with eagerness to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment
  • Passion for technology translation and willingness to shape Nanopath’s future

This is a full-time onsite role in Cambridge, MA starting in early July, lasting no less than 5 months.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Nanopath we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every point in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

Nanopath Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nanopath does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies and we will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Nanopath, and Nanopath will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

Key Skills
EngineeringMolecular Biology3D PrintingPrototypingCommunicationPresentationOrganizationProblem-SolvingCuriosityScientific RigorAdaptabilityTeamworkBiophysicsMedtech DevelopmentTechnology TranslationProject Management
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchEngineeringTechnology