Biomedical Engineering Intern, Imaging

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Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent for Biomedical Engineering Intern – Surgical Imaging, located in Raritan, NJ

Our team is at the forefront of developing advanced imaging technology aimed at improving laparoscopic and robotic surgeries. Project development currently requires use of in vivo models, which present limitations due to resource requirements, slow turnaround times, and difficulty controlling the tissue state.

To overcome these challenges, we are initiating the development of benchtop ex vivo and in vitro models. These models are designed to simulate human blood and tissue accurately, facilitating quicker and more controlled testing scenarios. Through our enhanced lab capabilities, we will be able to significantly expedite and refine development of our laparoscopic camera's software and algorithms.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop benchtop ex vivo and in vitro models simulating human tissue and blood
• Plan and implement experiments to validate model performance and imaging capabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including imaging scientists and software engineers
• Automate testing workflows to improve efficiency and reproducibility
• Maintain detailed documentation of experimental procedures and results
• Present findings and insights to the broader R&D team
• Support validation of imaging algorithms using benchtop models
• Explore innovative materials and methods to improve model realism and functionality

Qualifications

Education:

• Current student pursuing a MS or PhD or equivalent experience

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Required:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college program throughout the internship duration (not necessarily taking classes). Pursuing a master’s or PhD degree.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) and during hours agreed upon with the hiring manager.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 reflective of all coursework
• Commitment to June 1 - August 20, 2027 or June 21, 2027 - September 3, 2027, term dates to align with cohort
• Target majors include Automation Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Robotics Engineering or closely related field.

Preferred:

• Experience with laboratory research, especially in tissue modeling, fluid dynamics, optics, or medical device testing.
• Familiarity with experimental design and data analysis techniques.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment, sensors, and imaging systems is a plus.
• Programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data processing and automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for documenting and presenting technical findings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Enthusiasm for innovation in medical technology and improving patient outcomes.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to impactful projects that directly improve surgical outcomes and patient safety.
• Gain hands-on experience in mechanical design, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, mechanical, software and robotic controls engineers.
• Work in an inclusive, innovative, and growth-oriented environment.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Ineligibility for severance.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please
contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

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