AIS R&D Leads Sustaining Engineer Intern

Work mode: Onsite

Onsite Location(s):

Arden Hills, MN, US, 55112

Additional Location(s): N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Title: R&D Leads Sustaining Engineer Intern

Department: Active Implantable Systems (AIS)

Location: Arden Hills, MN

Work Mode: Onsite

We will consider qualified applicants of all ages who are starting (or restarting) their careers

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Our R&D engineers are tasked with designing and developing implant products for the Active Implantable Systems (AIS) group. This includes technologies that monitor, support diagnosis and treat irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest. AIS provides devices and therapies for a patient’s entire continuum of care, from diagnostic to treatment. This division strives to innovate and create a paradigm shift that can solve unmet clinical needs and change what is possible for patients.

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At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows an onsite work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least four days per week.

Corporate housing and relocation are available for those who are eligible.

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time

Your responsibilities will include:

Support the design and development of implantable cardiac devices within the Active Implantable Systems (AIS) group

Contribute to hands-on prototyping and testing of device components and supporting technologies

Create and refine CAD models for implantable systems and related tooling

Analyze performance data from bench testing, simulations, or clinical feedback to inform design decisions

Apply basic and advanced statistical methods to evaluate design robustness and process performance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure device safety, reliability, and clinical efficacy across the continuum of care

Participate in documentation, design reviews, and validation activities to meet regulatory and quality standards

Engage in problem-solving and iterative development to address unmet clinical needs and improve patient outcomes

Contribute to innovation efforts that challenge existing paradigms and expand what’s possible in cardiac care

Required Qualifications:

Current rising senior (grad dates between Dec 2026 - May 2027), graduating senior (May 2026 grad) continuing on to grad school, or current grad student. Must have at least one semester of school left post-internship to qualify.

Working towards a Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

Must be able to start internship on May 18th or 26th, 2026 and work for 12 weeks

Must have reliable transportation to/from work.

Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing in academic projects or professional roles

Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) for component or system design

Basic data and statistical analysis experience (e.g., T-tests to compare group data)

Preferred qualifications:

Medical industry experience

Strong analytical skills demonstrated through problem-solving and data-driven decision-making

Exposure to advanced statistical techniques such as process performance analysis or design of experiments (DOE) a bonus

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams

Passion to learn new technologies and find new solutions

Requisition ID: 611618

Minimum Salary: $42120

Maximum Salary: $71552

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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