Manufacturing Supplier Engineering Co-op - Spring 2026 - Bloomington, Indiana
Cook Group
Summary
The Manufacturing Engineering CO-OP at Cook is a paid temporary assignment in Product Research, Production Engineering and/or Development Engineering that occurs generally during a school semester. All CO-OP positions provide hands on experience with meaningful projects in the medical device manufacturing industry.
Job description
Overview
The Manufacturing Engineering CO-OP at Cook is a paid temporary assignment in Product Research, Production Engineering and/or Development Engineering that occurs generally during a school semester. All CO-OP positions provide hands on experience with meaningful projects in the medical device manufacturing industry.
Responsibilities
- Engineering CO-OPs may be involved in projects in the following areas: Equipment Application; Device Development; Manufacturing Support; New Technology Support and Development/Process Control; Process Validation; Product Development; Quality Engineering; Project Engineering; Systems Support: Research and Technical Writing
- Produce engineering deliverables/documents; Provide analysis of recommended solutions to any obstacles or problems during production
- CO-OPs are assigned a direct mentor who provides a unique perspective of life at Cook. Mentors are chosen from Engineers and all mentors are responsible for guidance for their CO-OPs
- Adhere to the Quality Management System and its processes to meet FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements
- Must maintain all training requirements for the position, while seeking out opportunities for continuous development and growth
Qualifications
- College/University student entering their Junior or Senior year the following Fall Semester or Graduate student enrolled in Engineering preferred
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred
- All candidates must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university
Physical Requirements
- Works under general office environmental conditions
- Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, equipment, etc.
- Experience recording and analyzing data and clearly expressing conclusions and recommendation in writing
- Occasionally lifting with minimal exertion during shift
- Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat and gloves may be required in some areas associated with this position
Requirements
- College/University student entering Junior or Senior year the following Fall Semester or Graduate student enrolled in Engineering preferred
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred
- All candidates must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university
- Experience recording and analyzing data and clearly expressing conclusions and recommendation in writing
Company overview
Cook Group is a global, family-owned medical device conglomerate founded in 1963 by Bill and Gayle Cook. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, the company has grown from manufacturing three simple medical devices into a diversified corporation with operations spanning medical devices, life sciences, property management, and hospitality services. The core business, Cook Medical, specializes in developing and manufacturing minimally invasive medical devices for various medical specialties including interventional radiology, cardiology, urology, and gastroenterology. With over 10,000 employees worldwide and operations in 135 countries, Cook Group generates approximately $2.3 billion in annual revenue. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to medical technology, recently launching an iMRI division focused on developing MRI-compatible devices for radiation-free interventional procedures. As a privately held entity, Cook Group maintains a long-term strategic focus on patient-centered innovation while diversifying into complementary business sectors that support its mission of improving patient outcomes through less invasive treatment options.