Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
STERIS
Summary
The Mechanical Engineering Intern will be involved in next generation product development for the surgical environment including surgical capital equipment and virtual operating room digital integration systems. The team environment consists of a well-rounded cross functional new product development team. The intern will be responsible for basic CAD design tasks, assembling and other model shop activities. There will also be exposure to processes and documentation required to successfully develop capital medical equipment and an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with rapid prototyping methodology and product testing.
Job description
Key Program Info
- Duration: Summer 2027 (May-August)
- Location: Mentor, OH
- Work Environment: Onsite
- Hours: Full-time for the duration of your internship
What You'll Do As a Mechanical Engineering Intern
- Assist with components/assemblies design
- Utilize Pro/E (or Solidworks) CAD to create 3D models of the design and detailed 2D drawings
- Develop demonstrations of various new product concepts
- Build and test functional prototypes to demonstrate product concepts.
- Collect and analyze data
- Develop mathematical models, applying statistics and equation describing physical phenomena
- Follow industry codes, standards, and recommendations
- Take part in design review and verification
- Organize and document testing and product development process
- Research various technologies and materials
- Communicate results and finding
- Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment (safety glasses, etc., as required) in the labs.
Required
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program for mechanical engineering
- Junior year requirements must be completed by program start (May 2027)
- Basic proficiency in CAD - Solidworks or ProE preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
- Lab based coursework as well as practical experience in designing, building and testing electro-mechanical prototypes is highly desired
- Experience or interest in computer programming using applications such as LabView is also desired
Other
- Requires organizational, communication, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills and a mature approach to cross functional working environments.
- Ability to gather and analyze web-based information and information from STERIS subject matter experts.
- Ability to read, understand and apply user manuals to learn how to implement and control various commercial products.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program for mechanical engineering
- Junior year requirements must be completed by program start (May 2027)
- Basic proficiency in CAD - Solidworks or ProE preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Lab based coursework as well as practical experience in designing, building and testing electro-mechanical prototypes is highly desired
- Experience or interest in computer programming using applications such as LabView is also desired
- Requires organizational, communication, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills and a mature approach to cross functional working environments.
- Ability to gather and analyze web-based information and information from STERIS subject matter experts.
- Ability to read, understand and apply user manuals to learn how to implement and control various commercial products.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits portfolio
Company overview
STERIS Corporation is a leading global provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services, primarily serving healthcare, pharmaceutical, and medical device customers. The company specializes in sterilization and decontamination equipment, surgical support products, and related consumables. STERIS's comprehensive portfolio includes surgical tables, lights, and integration systems for operating rooms, as well as sterilization monitoring products and infection prevention solutions. With a strong focus on healthcare-associated infection prevention, the company offers innovative technologies for instrument reprocessing, endoscope reprocessing, and environmental decontamination. STERIS serves customers in over 100 countries through its direct sales and service organization, supporting healthcare facilities in maintaining sterile environments and ensuring patient safety. The company's solutions are critical for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and other healthcare providers seeking to reduce healthcare-associated infections and improve clinical outcomes.