Research & Development Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Description:

Location: West Valley City, UT

Application Deadline: April 6, 2026

Duration: Mid-May 2026 through late July/early August 2026

Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: Paid

Position Overview

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

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

What You’ll Gain

• 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

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter to internships@sintx.com before the deadline of

April 6th, 2026.