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Engineering Co-op - Sutures Prototyping

CompanyArthrex
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 22, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The co-op will collaborate with engineers to develop and prototype suture technologies using various manufacturing techniques. Responsibilities include creating mechanical fixtures, performing data analysis, and supporting prototype automation to improve product performance.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
9264
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in multispecialty minimally invasive surgical technology innovation, scientific research, manufacturing quality, and medical education. With a corporate mission of Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better®, Arthrex has pioneered the field of arthroscopy and sports medicine and specializes in the latest 4K multispecialty surgical visualization and OR integration technology solutions. Innovation drives us to develop cutting-edge products and techniques that revolutionize medical care. Our relentless pursuit of progress ensures that we remain at the forefront of medical advancements, entering new markets that include trauma, endoscopy, spine, aesthetics, cardiothoracic, cancer cell detection, neurosurgery and wound healing. Arthrex global headquarters, located in Naples, Florida, is a sprawling, university-style campus that serves as an education destination for healthcare professionals (HCPs) around the world. The company proudly manufactures products in America, with U.S. based manufacturing facilities in Florida, South Carolina and California; and maintains regional head offices in Munich, São Paulo and Singapore as well as additional subsidiaries and locations throughout Latin America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Explore career opportunities: https://careers.arthrex.com
About the Role

Requisition ID:              

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Title: 

Engineering Co-op - Sutures Prototyping 

 

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a student pursuing an engineering degree to support the suture prototyping team in Ave Maria, FL (AMIE).  As a co-op, you will play a key role in the development suture prototypes, as well as transform ideas into functional prototypes. Working in a dynamic, hands-on environment, you will collaborate with experienced engineers to develop and prototype sutures using manufacturing techniques. You will support prototype development activities through testing, data analysis, and process optimization while contributing to solutions that improve product performance and manufacturability.  Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

 

This co-op will run from January 2027 – June 2027. The ideal candidate will have the availability to work 40 hours per week at our Ave Maria, FL facility.

 

Main Objective:

To support the development and prototyping of innovative suture technologies.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with engineers and members of the prototype team.
  • Develop mechanical fixtures relating to sutures.
  • Run data analysis and utilize data to improve processes.
  • Contribute ideas in brainstorming sessions.
  • Support prototype automation.
  • Develop and support suture/textile prototypes.
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Education and Experience:

  • Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an engineering degree or a recent graduate within the last six months.  Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering degree preferred.
    (Recent graduates must be within six months of their graduation date to qualify.)
  • Experience with prototyping and 3D printing preferred.
  • Experience with data analysis tools preferred.
  • Experience with technical writing preferred.

 

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

  • Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing and possess the ability to work through technical issues.
  • Knowledge of DOE (design of experiments) practices preferred.

 

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

PC; Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Arthrex Benefits are:

  • Medical Insurance (if 25 or more hours per week), including access to telehealth services
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Onsite Medical Clinics 
  • Free Onsite Lunch 
  • Volunteer PTO (8 hours)
  • Access to the Wellness Center (For South West Florida positions only) 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

Key Skills
PrototypingMechanical EngineeringBiomedical Engineering3D PrintingData AnalysisTechnical WritingDesign Of ExperimentsManufacturing TechniquesMechanical FixturesPrototype AutomationTextile PrototypingMicrosoft Office Suite
Categories
EngineeringHealthcareManufacturingScience & Research
Benefits
Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFree Onsite Medical ClinicsFree Onsite LunchVolunteer PTOWellness Center Access