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Development Engineering Internship - Year in industry placement - start mid-2025

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Abbott Laboratories

4d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Oxford
  • 16d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be studying Mechanical/Medical Engineering, passionate about STEM, have strong communication and teamwork skills, and be eligible to work in the UK without future sponsorship.
  • You will design prototypes, conduct experiments, analyze data, create reports, collaborate with various departments, and present findings while adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements

  • The projects would suit students studying a Mechanical / Medical Engineering based bachelors-level degree with an interest in manufacturing equipment design and build in a regulated, high volume environment.
  • We’re looking for someone who is passionate around STEM, and keen to pursue their career in the Medical Devices sector.
  • You will be able to demonstrate strong skills in communication, time management, innovation, and team work.
  • Students who continuously excel in our early career programs are encouraged to apply for Abbott’s Professional Development Programs or other full-time positions.
  • To be eligible therefore to apply, it is a requirement that candidates can demonstrate the assured on-going right to work, without the need for sponsorship now or in the future, thus must be already eligible to work in the UK, or able to apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to meaningful, challenging projects with a direct impact on our business
  • Have regular access to senior leadership providing you with an opportunity to grow and learn from the best each day
  • Develop your career and grow your knowledge through targeted training, a global intern community, and the opportunity to build your network
  • Access perks that keep you supported both inside and outside the office
  • Design of proto-type and proof of principle machines and test fixtures
  • Characterisation and development of machinery and test equipment
  • Development of next generation sensor devices and processes
  • Contribute to several ongoing projects in the R&D Department
  • Be assigned a specific project to own
  • Engage in experimental testing, data analysis, problem solving and report writing
  • Design equipment and jigs, produce detailed drawings, oversee fabrication and equipment assembly
  • Present results within the project team and sometimes to the rest of the department
  • Interact regularly with other departments including Scientists, Electronics, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs
  • Receive full Health and Safety training in accordance with company policy
  • Adhere to Health and Safety policy at all times
  • Work 37.5 hours a week, with the possibility of extra work to meet specific deadlines

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is approximately 12 months, starting in the summer of 2025.

What type of projects will I be working on during the internship?

You will work on projects such as designing prototype machines and test fixtures, characterizing machinery and test equipment, and developing next-generation sensor devices and processes.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

We are looking for students studying a Mechanical or Medical Engineering bachelor's-level degree with an interest in manufacturing equipment design in a regulated, high-volume environment.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

Prior experience is not required, but a passion for STEM and strong skills in communication, time management, innovation, and teamwork are essential.

Will I receive training during the internship?

Yes, you will receive full Health and Safety training in accordance with company policy, along with training relevant to your job requirements.

What is the working hours for this internship?

The internship requires you to work 37.5 hours a week, although additional work may be needed to meet specific deadlines.

How do I apply for the internship?

To apply, you should submit your CV before the closing date of 23rd April 2025.

When will interviews be conducted?

Interviews will be conducted from mid to the end of April 2025.

Is sponsorship available for this internship?

No, candidates must demonstrate the assured ongoing right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Are there opportunities for full-time roles after the internship?

Yes, students who excel in our early career programs are encouraged to apply for Abbott's Professional Development Programs or other full-time positions.

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Abbott Laboratories

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

At Abbott, we’re dedicated to helping people live more fully, in everything we do. We’re creating the future of healthcare through life-changing technologies that make you healthier and stronger, quickly identify when you have a medical need, and treat conditions to help you get back to doing what you love. With headquarters in north suburban Chicago, Abbott serves people in more than 160 countries with leading medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products and branded generic medicines. More than 115,000 of us are helping millions of people to live better and healthier, every day around the world. Our employees do work that matters as part of a global community that supports them with career development opportunities and locally competitive benefits. Mission: We help people live better and healthier with our life-changing technologies. We're revolutionizing health with the most personal technologies, empowering people with the data and knowledge they need to help them live longer and better.

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