We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our dynamic team in Marlborough, MA. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the design and development of cutting-edge high-throughput screening instruments.
*Onsite Role for our Marlborough, MA location
*Internship duration: 3-12 months
Sartorius is a global leader in the life sciences and biopharma industries, actively shaping high-growth, innovation-driven markets. As part of our commitment to pioneering future technologies, we've launched a new Corporate Research initiative focused on discovering emerging trends and rapidly converting them into next-generation solutions.
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the full product development cycle-from concept to prototype-and collaborate closely with engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary environment.
What you will accomplish together with us:
- Design and develop consumables, fixtures, and mechanical components
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models using SolidWorks or Inventor
- Rapidly prototype using tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, etc.
- Test and characterize components, iterating designs as needed
- Program and optimize automated liquid handling systems
- Integrate mechanical systems to ensure smooth operation
- Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data
- Troubleshoot and refine experimental designs
- Summarize and present findings for internal review
What would convince us:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or Inventor)
- Hands-on experience with mechanical prototyping and testing
- Comfortable with Python programming; GUI development experience
- Familiarity with laboratory automation and data acquisition
We value:
- Quick learner with a strong interest in new technologies
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
- Positive attitude and solution-oriented approach
- Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.
Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service
Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.
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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers
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Sartorius is a leading international partner of life sciences research and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
We help our customers #SimplifyProgress from drug discovery to manufacturing so that more people can have access to better medicine. With this, we are #PartOfTheSolution in the fight against diseases worldwide.
With innovative laboratory instruments and consumables, the our Lab Products & Services division focuses on laboratories performing research and quality control at pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies as well as academic research institutes.
The Bioprocess Solutions division, with its broad product portfolio focusing on single-use solutions, helps customers manufacture biotech medications, vaccines, and cell and gene therapies safely, rapidly, and economically.
Based in Göttingen, Germany, Sartorius also has a strong global reach with around 60 production and sales sites worldwide. We regularly expand our portfolio through the acquisition of complementary technologies.
In 2023, Sartorius generated sales revenue of around 3.4 billion euros. Currently, around 14,600 employees from around 110 nations are working for customers around the globe.
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