Technical Strategy & Commercialization Intern
Technical Strategy & Commercialization Intern
Location: Cambridge, MA
Duration: Spring or Summer 2027 (10+ weeks)
About OrthoIQ
OrthoIQ is an MIT-founded medical technology startup developing intelligent surgical tools for orthopedic procedures. Our systems provide real-time sensing and feedback to surgeons, helping improve implant fixation, reduce complications, and improve surgical outcomes.
We are building a new class of smart orthopedic instrumentation, combining mechanical systems, sensing, and data to bring intelligence into the operating room.
Role Overview
We are looking for a technically minded intern to work directly with our leadership team at the intersection of engineering, clinical research, and commercialization. This role is ideal for an engineering or science student who enjoys understanding new technologies, reading scientific literature, and communicating complex ideas clearly and wants exposure to how medical devices move from R&D toward the market.
Responsibilities
Conduct literature reviews across orthopedics, biomechanics, sensing, and related technologies
Read and synthesize peer-reviewed research to answer technical and clinical questions
Support technical and scientific writing for SBIR and other non-dilutive grant applications
Research competitors, technologies, clinical workflows, and adjacent markets
Help develop technical content for investor presentations, industry partnerships, and other company materials
Analyze and communicate market, clinical, and technical data
Support preparation for surgeon interviews, conferences, fundraising, and business-development meetings
Work on strategic projects alongside the CEO and engineering team
Desired Qualifications
Pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomechanics, or another relevant STEM field
Strong ability to read, understand, and synthesize scientific and engineering literature
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Comfortable working with data and basic quantitative analysis
Able to take an open-ended research question, identify credible sources, and develop a clear answer
Organized, resourceful, and comfortable working independently
Interest in medical devices, healthcare, startups, and technology commercialization
Experience with literature reviews, academic research, scientific writing, or grant writing is a plus
Familiarity with biomechanics, orthopedics, or medical devices is a plus
Experience with PowerPoint and Excel is helpful
What You'll Gain
You’ll get a broad view of how an early-stage medical device company moves from technical development toward commercialization. You’ll gain hands-on experience evaluating scientific evidence, developing grant applications, researching markets and technologies, supporting fundraising, and working with potential clinical and industry partners.
You’ll work closely with company leadership and contribute to projects that directly influence OrthoIQ’s technical and commercial strategy.