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Co-op R&D - Test Engineering (Andover, MA)

CompanySmith+Nephew
LocationAndover
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The role involves supporting the Systems Verification Engineering team by generating, maintaining, and executing test protocols for medical devices. The intern will also conduct manual and automated testing, report defects, and present project conclusions to senior leadership.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$27 - $32
Company Size
18960
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.
About the Role
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Thank you for considering employment with Smith and Nephew. This job opportunity is not currently available for hiring; however, this requisition was established for candidates to express interest in the above position, with a view to progress formally once we are in a position to do so”  

*This position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**
 

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. 

The R&D Co-op experience will consist of a robust induction plan followed by a 6-month program across various facets of our Research & Development organization within the Sports Medicine Franchise at S+N. The position will be based in Andover, Massachusetts with some remote work flexibility. We offer a competitive co-op benefits package. This role reports into the Systems Verification Engineering team and focuses on advancing the manual and automated testing practice at Smith + Nephew. The individual in this role will work closely with the rest of the team to apply mature evaluation and integration to the development of novel medical devices related to Sports Medicine.

What will you be doing?

  • Work closely with test engineers and verification manager to complete specifically identified projects tasks including manual and automation test generation

  • Present project conclusion to senior leadership

  • Support ad-hoc exploratory testing and pre-planned integration dry-run testing for systems and software pieces and report defects

  • Generate, maintain, revise, and execute test protocols, and generating reports

Planned Start Date: July 2026
Program Length: 6 months
Location: Andover, MA

What will you need to be successful?

Education:

  • Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Engineering program (junior or higher level) in Electrical & Computer, Biomedical, and/or related Engineering field at an accredited university.

  • Major GPA of 3.40 or above preferred).

Experience:

  •  Previous internships or Co-ops preferred

Competencies:

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

  • High learning agility -Strong written and verbal communication and technical writing skills

  • Analytical approach to problem solving. -Experience in the medical device field or other regulated field

  • Design exposure to embedded software development -Basic understanding and experience with formal documentation processes

  • Knowledge of statistical methods and tools (Minitab, JMP, R, etc.)

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint experience -Completed Circuits Design and Computer Engineering basic classes -Practiced using MATLAB or LabVIEW in engineering or science courses

  • Ability to assess technical issues and develop solutions utilizing an analytical approach to problem solving

You. Unlimited

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. 

Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating, and Thriving. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website 

Other reasons why you will love it here!

  • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $27- $32 USD hourly

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Key Skills
Test engineeringManual testingAutomated testingMedical device developmentSystems verificationTechnical writingStatistical methodsMinitabJMPRMATLABLabVIEWEmbedded software developmentCircuit designData analysisProblem solving
Categories
EngineeringHealthcareScience & ResearchTechnology
Benefits
Competitive co-op benefits packageMentorshipHands-on training