As an intern you will be expected to contribute to our business (not to make the tea!). You’ll tackle real world projects that will be presented to our clients, and you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to a variety of medical device development projects. Working within the mechanical engineering group you will be supported and developed during your internship.
Tasks and activities will depend on current projects but typically include:
- Concept generation
- Problem solving/troubleshooting
- 3D and 2D CAD design
- Math modelling and analysis
- Making prototypes, testing them and communicating findings to the Technical Lead and Project Manager
- Test rig programming
- Component and assembly testing
- Generation of presentation material
- Report writing
Our 12 month internships typically commence in early July and we expect to hold interviews for this position in January 2026. If you are interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and before the deadline of Friday 28th November 2025.
Technical/ Research Skills:
Essential:
- A demonstrable interest in healthcare and medical products
- Studying a relevant engineering degree – 2nd or 3rd year student. Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or similar
- Strong technical and research skills
Desirable:
- 3D and 2D CAD (ideally Solidworks)
- Medical or healthcare modules forming part of degree
- Finite Element Analysis (ideally using ANSYS)
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Mathematical modelling (e.g., using Mathcad, MATLAB, Excel)
Approach to work
- Structured and methodical problem solving
- Curiosity to explore all areas of engineering
- Excellent communication skills across a variety of formats
- Excellent analytical ability – data gathering, analysis and presentation of conclusions to the team
- Versatility to work effectively on varied products
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic with a positive outlook
- Copes well with unexpected change, is flexible and calm under pressure
- Respectful of others’ views, opinions, and contributions
- Able to work well within a team
- Displays honestly and integrity at all times
- Eager to continually learn and improve, proactively developing network
- Able to manage own time