Job#: 3027279 Job Description: R&D Engineering Intern - Summer InternshipWork Location: On-site, Mansfield, MA
Schedule: Summer Internship, June 2026 - August 2026
Pay: $17
Hours Per Week: 32 hours
Hours Per Day: 8 hours
Employment Type: Internship
If interested and meet the necessary requirements, please e-mail your most up to date resume in a WORD document to Lindy Heim at
Role OverviewUnder the direction of the Manager of R&D, the Engineering Intern will primarily support Maintenance of Business (MOB) projects, with potential involvement in New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. This role emphasizes executing Design History File (DHF) requirements, creating product development documentation, and verifying design and product requirements through testing.
The intern will gain hands-on experience with the Change Development Process (CDP) and collaborate across multiple functions including Research & Development, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Planning/Logistics, Packaging/Labeling, and external partners.
Key Duties & Responsibilities- Support MOB projects with potential exposure to NPD activities
- Execute all requirements of the Design History File (DHF)
- Create and compile product development documentation, including protocols and reports
- Participate in the Change Development Process (CDP) for products and projects
- Assist with medical device design control activities
- Perform mechanical testing under guidance
- Collaborate with local and remote cross-functional teams
Internship Projects & DeliverablesDuring the summer internship, the intern will be accountable for:
- Compiling technical documentation such as protocols and test reports
- Contributing to R&D change development activities
- Supporting design control activities for medical devices
- Assisting with mechanical and laboratory testing
How You Will Make an Impact- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and manufacturing
- Ask questions and actively seek understanding of systems and processes
- Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn
- Support accurate and compliant technical documentation practices
Recommended Coursework & Technical Knowledge- Technical Writing
- Engineering Design
- Mechanics of Materials
Skills & Competencies Developed- Basic statistical analysis using Minitab
- Written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using SolidWorks
- Rapid prototyping techniques
- Understanding Medical Device Design Control
- Laboratory best practices and Good Documentation Practice (GDP)
Education Requirements- Currently enrolled in an Engineering program
- Minimum of two years of college coursework completed
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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