Medical Device Internship
Micro Systems Engineering, Inc. (MSEI) is a pioneer in developing innovative implantable medical technologies that improve, and often save, the lives of millions living with cardiovascular conditions and chronic neurologic pain. With over 45 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing active implantable devices, our success is built on a foundation of core values: innovation, quality, reliability, integrity, teamwork, and deep technical excellence. These principles drive our global reputation for trust and confidence among physicians and patients alike. We’re always seeking passionate engineers, scientists, technicians, professionals and students to help advance our mission and shape the future of medical technology.
Our 3–4 month paid internship program offers students meaningful, project-based work in a highly collaborative medical device environment. Interns are embedded in functional engineering or business teams, work alongside experienced mentors, and contribute to active development, research and manufacturing initiatives. This program is open to juniors, seniors, master’s and PhD students.
Why Choose MSEI
- Meaningful work that contributes to life saving medical technologies
- Exposure to advanced engineering disciplines and cross-functional teams
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture
- Educational, networking and social events
- Real-world experience and project work
- Competitive pay, housing stipend (if eligible) and public transportation support
Primary Responsibilities
Responsibilities vary by assignment, but interns can expect to:
- Gain exposure to regulated medical device development, advanced technologies and real-world engineering challenges
- Support engineering projects related to product research, design, automation, testing, data analysis, or process improvement
- Work with automated or robotic manufacturing and test systems
- Assist in developing tools, software, or technical solutions that improve product quality, reliability, or efficiency
- Participate in project planning activities such as defining tasks, building schedules, and tracking progress
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, research, and quality teams
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s (junior or senior year), master’s, or PhD program in a field relevant to the internship, such as:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business / MBA
- Computer Science / Software Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Human Factors Engineering / UX Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Systems Engineering
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
- Passionate about advancing medical technology
- Must have current U.S. work authorization
- MSEI does not sponsor work authorization for internship roles
- Applicants requiring future visa sponsorship (e.g., E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN) are not eligible
Internship Areas
Medical Device Research and Development
- Applied Research
- Clinical Technology
- Electronics Verification
- Global Product Cybersecurity
- Hardware Design
- IC Design
- IC Yield & Reliability
- Implant Software Verification
- Product Engineering
- Software Development
- System Tools
- Systems Engineering
- Systems Software Verification & Validation
- Technology & Platform Development
- Usability & Human Factors
Operations and Sales
- Factory Software Development
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Microelectronics Development (Electrical Engineering)
- Process Engineering
- Sales & Marketing
Interested?
Apply now and join us this summer to gain hands-on experience working on projects that directly support our mission to improve patients’ lives! Please include your interests and technical strengths in your resume so we can match you with projects that best align with your skills.