What made you want to intern at Arthrex?
I first learned about Arthrex during one of my undergraduate classes and was enthralled by the innovative products they were making.
What was your major in school?
Biomedical Engineering with a concentration of Instrumentation
How did that relate to your internship or current job?
Working with various medical devices with respect to Research and Development
When did you start your internship at Arthrex?
July 2017-May 2018
What department did you intern for?
Test Engineering
What were your responsibilities as an intern?
- Conduct verification testing for design and device life expectancy
- Study/ analysis of data for verification testing of medical devices
- Develop program for automated testing
When did you become full time?
May 2018
Did you stay in the same department you interned in or did you transfer?
Same department
How have your responsibilities changed now that you are a FT employee?
I now have the opportunity to work with research and development of new medical devices. I am also responsible for V&V activities for said devices.
What has been your biggest accomplishment as a FT employee so far?
Being part of various projects/ products
What advice would you give to students applying for an internship?
Never be afraid to give insight. It is important to receive insight from every single angle and is enriching both for yourself and the company. Make connections with people throughout the company
What advice would you give to students applying for a FT role?
Never doubt yourself and be confident in your skills
