Medical Device Engineering Intern

Duration: 6 months preferred (possibility for shorter term).

Schedule: Full time (40 hours per week) preferred (possibility for part-time).

Starting date: Winter 2026

Axoft is building the most advanced and scalable platform for implantable brain-machine interfaces. Our mission is to enable minimally invasive, long-term stable and ultra-high bandwidth communication with the brain, opening new therapies and treatments against neurological disorders and physical disabilities. We have bridged the gap between electronic and biological materials to create the softest, nanofabricated brain implants in the world. We are now looking to add talented people to the team who are passionate, deliver results, and are committed to finding creative solutions to complex problems. Axoft is looking for candidates who have demonstrated exceptional abilities and results in their previous professional, academic and interpersonal experiences and possess the skills and experience relevant to this role.

About the Role:

We are looking for an undergraduate Engineering Intern to support the assembly and preparation of medical devices for verification and validation (V&V) activities. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with engineers and other technical team members to assemble prototype and test devices, follow detailed work instructions and procedures, document your work, and help ensure that test articles are consistently built and ready for evaluation. This is a great opportunity for a student who enjoys working with their hands, has strong attention to detail, and wants to learn how cutting-edge electromechanical engineering, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory requirements come together in the development of medical devices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Research and Development:

• Assemble medical-device components, subassemblies, and test articles using engineering drawings, work instructions, and assembly procedures • Operations may include fastening, fixturing, alignment, bonding, connector assembly, and other precision assembly tasks associated with neural devices. • Inspect components and assemblies using basic measurement and inspection equipment such as calipers, microscopes, gauges, and other laboratory tools. • Inspect incoming components and completed assemblies against defined requirements before use in testing, and document the results. Maintain clear and accurate records of assembly activities, measurements, observations, and test-article identification, and report deviations according to established procedures. • Follow controlled procedures and documentation practices appropriate for a regulated medical-device environment. Maintain traceability of components and test articles and ensure the correct drawing, procedure, and device configuration are used for each build. • Record build information and test-article identifiers in spreadsheets or electronic databases. • Use 3D printers (FDM and SLA), laser cutting, CNC machining, and other prototyping methods to support engineers in preparing test articles, fixtures, tooling, and materials for V&V activities. • Identify assembly issues, defects, or unexpected behavior and communicate them clearly to the engineering team. • Help maintain organized workspaces, tools, materials, and inventory needed for ongoing testing activities. • Support continuous improvement of assembly processes by identifying opportunities to make builds more repeatable, efficient, and robust. • Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality, Pre-Clinical, and other cross-functional teams as needed.