Why Join Us MED Institute partners with medical device companies to bring innovative technologies to market. With expertise in regulatory strategy, clinical trial design, and technical consulting, our cross-disciplinary team supports clients from concept through commercialization. We're passionate about improving healthcare through collaboration, innovation, and service excellence. Overview The Co-op position will be responsible for application of engineering principles to research and develop various medical devices under the direction of an Engineer. This position is a 16-week, 3 term, paid Co-op located at Med Institute in West Lafayette, Indiana. The initial Co-op term will start in Jan 2027 through mid-May then resume in Fall 2027 and again in Summer 2028 (exact dates depend on school calendars.) This position includes 401(k) options and free access to a fitness center. All Co-op opportunities provide hands-on experience with meaningful projects in the Medical Device Industry. Responsibilities Interact with Engineers to plan, complete and report results of experiments, tests, prototype development, literature surveys, etc. Provide support to other team members upon request and where reasonable. Ask questions and learn about client expectations while driving towards scientific excellence. Work with engineers to define tasks. Follow procedures pertinent to tasks being performed. Ensure that appropriate documentation is kept detailing project history (reports, laboratory notebooks, invention disclosures, scientific literature, meeting notes, deliverables, etc.) Qualifications Enrolled in a BS (or advanced degree) program in engineering, engineering technology, engineering science or equivalent experience. Conscientious person with good work ethic. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate the completion of deliverables and tasks. Teachable, positive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn and to help. Ability to effectively communicate and constructively collaborate with colleagues. Personal discipline. Ability to work with multiple persons and the multiple priorities that occur when each person has different needs. Ability to remain professional and positive in all personal interactions. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. MED Institute does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN) for this employment position.