Engineering Intern

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Co-op/Intern will be responsible for assisting with various mechanical projects within a manufacturing setting. You will work with existing products to make design updates while integrating input from technical, manufacturing, quality, and other disciplines. Working with internal cross-functional teams, the position requires professionalism, dedication, and positive drive to ensure the completion of the projects in a time-sensitive, regulated environment.

• Dates: Summer 2026 (May - August) - potential to start earlier during winter break
• Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• Work Environment: Onsite

What You'll Do as a Mechanical Engineering Co-op

• Design 3D mechanical parts and create technical drawings using SolidWorks with a focus on manufacturability.
• Measure and document mechanical parts considering complete mechanical systems.
• Conduct research that tests and analyzes the fit, form, and function of new components and the feasibility, design, operation and performance of existing equipment, components, systems and processes.
• Develop, source and evaluate prototype designs.
• Conduct failure analysis and identify critical components.
• Specify system components that conform to engineering design and performance specifications
• Design tooling, jigs and fixtures for use in the assembly of medical devices
• Perform first article and prototype inspections of mechanical parts using various methodologies.
• Work with internal team and external suppliers to resolve design, manufacturing, and quality issues.
• Create part numbers & BOM’s for components and assemblies for purchasing, inventory control, and factory use.
• Operate effectively in a team setting collaborating with different engineering and business functions.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

• Student pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering - Mechanical or Biomedical preferred. Sophomore year requirements must be completed by co-op start date.
• Basic experience in CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, AutoCAD, and/or equivalent)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Requires a fundamental understanding and application of mechanical engineering principles
• Basic understanding of various metrology equipment including calipers, pin gauges, height gauges, etc.
• Basic understanding of materials engineering, metallography, and working with polymers, and plastics.
• Working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Previous coursework or experience in Manufacturing is preferred

Pay range for this opportunity is $23/hr.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.