GTO Manufacturing Engineering Co-op, Summer 2027

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

We are searching for the best talent for GTO Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op to be in Cornelia, GA.

• The Co-op term is from May to August, 2027.
• Full time requirement (40 hours per week).
• 8 vacancies are currently available.
• A housing stipend will be provided based on eligibility.

Purpose

At Johnson & Johnson, we use technology and the power of teamwork to discover new ways to prevent and overcome the world's most significant healthcare challenges. Our teams leverage data, real-world insights, and creative minds to make life-changing healthcare products and medicines.

Ethicon, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 60 years from creating the first sutures, to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. The Ethicon Global Tech Ops group is recruiting for Manufacturing Engineering Co-Ops for three work rotations or sequential semesters starting Summer 2027. As a Co-op, you will gain hands-on experience with the production of adhesives, polymer resins, monofilament and multifilament extrudate, needle manufacturing, and more!

You will be responsible

• Participate in problem solving efforts by analysis and correction of chemical, electrical, and mechanical operating problems to maintain or improve existing site operations.
• Good documentation practices, including writing test protocols, generating final reports, and documenting meeting minutes.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineers and mentors to implement continuous improvement projects.
• Deliver end of semester presentations to showcase work to site management and participate in J&J Credo volunteer activities across the site.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Plastics Engineering, or related fields.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• You must not have any Summer Internship contract or other employment commitment that could interfere with the contract dates specified for this position.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), including basic use of pivot tables and graphs.
• Experience with statistical analysis techniques and software (preferred).
• Experience with CAD, Tableau, Power BI, and/or Minitab (preferred).
• For Automation & Control Engineering opportunities: interest in industrial control systems (PLC/DCS), instrumentation, and/or MES systems (preferred).
• Pay strong attention to detail, be highly organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills with manufacturing associates, management, contractors, and suppliers - opportunities to improve your technical writing, speaking, and presentation skills are numerous and strongly supported.
• Ability to work both independently and on multi-functional, diverse teams.
• Proven leadership and participation in campus/community service activities is preferred.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.