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Job Function: Career Programs
Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op
Job Category: Career Program
All Job Posting Locations: Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America
Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Advance Development Engineering Co-Op to join our Engineering team located in Danvers, MA.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.
Program Dates: January 11, 2027 – June 25, 2027
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, prototyping, and testing of embedded systems focused on optical sensing technology.
- Contribute to system prototypes, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Support hardware development for fiber optics-based systems, including PCB design and fabrication.
- Participate in experiments involving fiber optics, light-based sensors, and interferometry.
- Troubleshoot and optimize system performance in both optical and electrical systems.
- Document project work, including test plans, results, and technical reports.
- Present progress in design reviews to peers and leadership.
- Ensure project activities comply with company quality policies, regulatory standards, and design controls.
Job Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
- Interest in interdisciplinary work that combines electrical, mechanical, and software skills in embedded systems development.
- Exposure to fiber optics, light-based sensors, interferometry, or optical systems a plus
- Exposure to embedded systems, microcontrollers, or PCB design (e.g., Altium, Eagle).
- Interest or exposure to optical and electrical testing equipment such as spectrometers, light sources, and power meters.
- Hands-on experience or interest in prototyping and building mechanical or electrical systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic coding skills (e.g., Python, C/C++).
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the medical device industry.
- Knowledge of optical design software (e.g., Zemax, Code V).
- Familiarity with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, Eagle, KiCad).
- Experience with embedded software design (e.g., STM32, Arduino, Python).
- Familiarity with fabrication tools such as 3D printers or machining.
- Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $23.50/hr to $52.50/hr
The expected pay range for this position is between $23.50 per hour and $52.50 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on 7/30/2027. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
