FAQs
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship is for 8 weeks.
Where will the internship take place?
The internship will be at GE HealthCare Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx).
What is the primary focus of the PDx business?
The PDx business researches, manufactures, and markets contrast media and molecular imaging agents used during medical imaging exams, which aid in the early detection, diagnosis, and management decisions for patient care.
What kind of projects will the intern be involved in?
The intern will work on cutting-edge Digital R&D projects, including developing and evaluating novel digital tools to support the use of PDx products, conducting customer research, and software prototyping for clinical use cases.
What types of tasks can the intern expect to perform?
Tasks will include mapping user journeys, defining and refining value propositions, reviewing the current landscape, assisting in design and specification, conducting customer interviews, and contributing to prototype development and evaluation.
What educational background is preferred for this position?
Candidates are expected to graduate with a scientific or technical degree (BSc or MSc) in 2023, ideally with a background combining bioscience with digital development or entrepreneurship.
Is prior experience in UX research required?
While UX research experience (e.g., interviewing, mapping user journeys) is desirable, it is not explicitly required.
What qualities does GE HealthCare seek in the ideal candidate?
The ideal candidate should be passionate about medical technology, curious about how things work, able to work both independently and collaboratively, energized by agile projects, and possess strong communication skills.
Will the intern have opportunities for publication?
Yes, there is potential for the intern to co-author scientific publications.
Does GE HealthCare provide relocation assistance for this internship?
No, relocation assistance is not provided for this position.
What is GE HealthCare's stance on inclusion and diversity?
GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
What types of imaging modalities might the intern be exposed to?
The intern may gain exposure to various imaging modalities, such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, SPECT, and PET, particularly in areas like neurology, cardiology, and oncology.