Arthrex is a global medical device company and leader in orthopedics medical education. With a corporate mission of Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™, Arthrex has pioneered the field of arthroscopy and develops more than 1,000 innovative products and procedures each year that support all aspects of orthopedics. The Vet Engineering team in Naples, FL is responsible for the product development, improvement, and maintenance of products for the veterinary orthopedic market. The successful candidate will support with the development of design concepts for product improvement or new product development with guidance from the engineering staff. The individual will aid in various engineering tasks such as concept development, prototyping, prototype evaluation, and documentation. The individual will also work within the requirements of their tasks to deliver results and communicate issues in a timely and accurate manner.

This Co-op will run from January 2026 – June 2026. The ideal candidate will have the availability to work 40 hours per week at our Naples, FL facility.

Main Objective:

To support Engineer(s) in initial projects stages of new product development or product improvement projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the design concept development of vet trauma implants/instruments.
• Participate in prototype evaluations (drylab/wetlab).
• Documentation of concept development and test results.
• Aid in the creation of design history file related documentation like DTM.
• Support the creation of drawings and models, as well as change requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an engineering, veterinary or related degree required.  Junior or above preferred. 
  (Recent graduates must be within six months of their graduation date to qualify.)

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

• Basic to intermediate computer skills. Be able to follow written and verbal direction.
• Background or interest in veterinary or engineering preferred.

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

PC; Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook; PowerPoint; Word and Excel. Fax; Scanner.

Arthrex Benefits are:
• Medical Insurance (if 25 or more hours per week)
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Volunteer PTO
• Access to the Wellness Center (For South Florida positions only)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.