Research & Development Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Sintx Technologies Inc • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented undergraduate to join our Research & Development team for Summer 2026. This paid, on-site internship in West Valley City, Utah, offers hands-on experience in ceramics processing and biomedical product development within a collaborative applied-engineering environment. Under the supervision of R&D Engineering, the intern will contribute to technically rigorous projects supporting product development and process optimization. Candidates must reliably commute to the facility.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related discipline
• Interest in ceramics processing, materials characterization, and biomedical product development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a small engineering team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen (required due to ITAR restrictions)
• Must be able to reliably commute to West Valley City, UT

Responsibilities

• Design and plan-controlled experiments for ceramic materials and processing, including defining variables, controls, and success criteria.
• Execute laboratory experiments, collect high-quality data, and maintain accurate experimental records.
• Analyze and interpret data using statistical and visualization tools to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Support process development and equipment validation efforts by troubleshooting, documenting changes, and recommending optimizations.
• Prepare clear, formal technical reports and present findings and actionable recommendations to the engineering team.
• Learn regulatory research practices; prepare and maintain Device History Records and related documentation, capture invention disclosures and IP filings, and support cross-functional product development activities.
• Projects will focus on improving material performance, manufacturing efficiency, and product reliability within biomedical applications.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with advanced ceramic processing techniques
• Exposure to real-world biomedical product development
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Direct mentorship from an experienced R&D and Process Engineer
• The opportunity to complete a technically meaningful summer project with tangible impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees