Research and Development Engineering Co-op at BScientific

Department: Intern and Co-op

Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota
Type: Internship
Level: intern
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

Summary from listing

Boston Scientific is hiring a Research and Development Engineering Co-op to support the development and testing of an ultrasound-based ablation catheter for Renal Denervation. The role involves designing and prototyping single-use catheters and access sheaths, conducting laboratory experiments and mechanical tests, analyzing test data, documenting results, and collaborating with multidisciplinary R&D and engineering teams. It is an onsite, five-days-per-week position at the Maple Grove, Minnesota location and is intended for students or recent graduates pursuing a relevant engineering degree, with a required prior Boston Scientific R&D internship and a specified January 2027–August 2027 internship period.

Required Skills

Catheter design
Mechanical testing
Data analysis
Statistical analysis
Quality documentation

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Required Previous Experiences: Prior Boston Scientific R&D internship
Preferred Qualifications: Basic understanding of vascular and cardiovascular physiology, catheter materials and construction, and statistical analysis
Experience with laboratory equipment and mechanical testing
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
Translation Company Name: Boston Scientific