R&D Intern

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Department: R&D
Work Address: J&J Suzhou Campus (299 Changyang Street, Suzhou)
Internship Term: Full time, 5 days/week, 4-6 months
Hire Manager: R&D Manager

Johnson & Johnson MedTech China R&D Suzhou team is seeking two motivated R&D interns to support test development, laboratory operations and equipment qualification for medical device projects. This is a hands‑on role for students who want practical exposure to test system setup, data acquisition and analysis, and laboratory quality practices in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support test execution and data activities: acquire, organize and analyze test data; prepare clear summaries and test reports.
• Assist in building and validating test systems: support equipment installation, verification, commissioning activities and the associated documentation.
• Support laboratory operations and equipment management: routine maintenance, calibration scheduling and record keeping to meet internal and external audit requirements.
• Contribute to test method documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and compliant lab environment, following established procedures and quality standards.

Requirements

• Majoring in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, sophomore year or above.
• Commit to a full‑time (5 days/week) internship for at least 4 consecutive months.
• Basic data analysis skills and familiarity with test data handling; ability to produce clear tables, charts and technical summaries. Experience with statistical tools (Minitab) is a plus.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical/test lab equipment (e.g., universal testers, load frames, data acquisition systems) and familiarity with calibration practices.
• Experience writing or executing test procedures and producing test reports.
• Good self‑management and learning ability; proactive, detail‑oriented and reliable.

What You Will Gain

• Domain learning: deepen your understanding of medical device product lifecycle, verification data, and regulatory considerations in China.
• Hands‑on project experience: participate in real test and validation work, prototype activities and equipment setup/verification.
• Transferable skills: improve technical analysis, test planning, reporting, presentation & storytelling, project collaboration and English business communication.
• Mentorship & professional growth: receive regular coaching and feedback from experienced engineers and R&D leads.
• Cross‑functional collaboration & global exposure: work with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, global stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Factory & operational exposure: opportunities to visit manufacturing or assembly areas and learn about prototyping and production processes.

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