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Sustaining Scientist Intern

CompanyPolymer Technology Systems, Inc
LocationWhitestown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Engineering and Chemical Production Departments by assisting in the design, implementation, and validation of medical device equipment. Responsibilities include generating compliant documentation and performing production activities such as sampling and analysis.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
176
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We are the makers of the CardioChek and A1CNow point-of-care test systems. Our aim is to help healthcare providers close gaps in care with fast, accurate testing for cardiovascular disease and diabetes risk factors. CardioChek Plus provides full lipid panel and glucose results in as little as 90 seconds. A1CNow provides A1C results in 5 minutes. Both systems are portable and easy to use, making them ideal for nearly any healthcare setting. The company’s name represents the three pillars upon which it has built its success: People, Technology, and Service.
About the Role

SUMMARY

The Sustaining Scientist Intern provides support to all team members within the Engineering and Chemical Production Departments. This internship will assist in production, development and/or validation activities on FDA cleared medical equipment or systems used to produce it. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As an intern you will have the opportunity to assist with the following;

  • Design / Implementation / Validation of equipment or processes related to the production of medical devices
  • Generate ISO13485 compliant documentation from efforts related to design and validation
  • Assist with product or process risk analysis and control
  • Work on Production activities (operating equipment, sampling, analysis, etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Detail Oriented
  • Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and etiquette
  • Technical writing skills preferred
  • Ability to work well in a team or as an individual with little supervision
  • Strong communication skills required
  • Troubleshooting experience desired
  • Good punctuality and attendance
  • Good organization skills 


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum Sophomore college standing working toward a Bachelor’s Degree in an science-related field with an emphasis on Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


The employee works in a typical office environment as well as a laboratory setting. 


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: PTS Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify employer. Employment decisions for all applicants and employees will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected under local, state or federal law.


QUALITY COMMITMENT

This position requires compliance to applicable quality system and regulatory requirements. This individual adopts a “quality in everything we do” approach to all aspects of the execution of responsibilities of this position. Through vigilance, this individual remains alert to any potential compliance situations, and must report such observations to managers and the Head of Quality.

 

STATEMENT of OTHER DUTIES DISCLAIMER

This Job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor.

 

Key Skills
Design ValidationISO13485 DocumentationRisk AnalysisLaboratory TechniquesTechnical WritingTroubleshootingCommunication SkillsOrganization Skills
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringHealthcareManufacturing