Research and Development Engineering Co-op

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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.           

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

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a onsite work model, requiring employees to be in our local office 5 days per week

Relocation and housing assistance is not available for this position

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

As a Research and Development Engineering Co-op, you will support the development and testing of an ultrasound- based ablation catheter used for Renal Denervation (RDN). This role is designed for students or recent graduates interested in medical device innovation, specifically in catheter-based therapeutic ultrasound.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Assist in the design, prototyping, and testing of single use catheters including therapy catheter and access sheaths.
• Design and conduct laboratory experiments and mechanical tests
• Analyze data from test results and draw conclusions
• Document experimental methods, results, and insights in clear, structured reports; present findings effectively to cross-functional project teams
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team—including R&D, Process Development, Design Quality, and Capital Equipment (console) partners—to ensure seamless integration and alignment across system components

Required Qualifications: 

• Must graduate between Fall 2027 – Spring 2029 
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate level degree majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Must be able to commit to one of the following full internship program periods: January 11, 2027 - August 13, 2027
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the Maple Grove, MN (Arbor Lakes) Boston Scientific Corporate location
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of vascular/cardiovascular physiology, catheter materials and construction, and statistical analysis
• Experience with laboratory equipment and mechanical testing preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Prior internship or project experience in medical device development or testing
• Familiarity with design analysis testing and quality documentation processes

Requisition ID: 634324 

Minimum Salary: $ 43368 

Maximum Salary: $ 73736 

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.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.