Job Description

Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Location:

UFP Technologies| Providence, RI

Make your mark on life-changing medical technology.

At UFP Technologies, we transform innovative concepts into real-world medical products that improve lives. As an

Engineering Intern

, you'll gain hands-on experience across the entire product lifecycle--from design and prototyping to manufacturing and testing--all while being mentored by experienced engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

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What You'll Experience

During your internship, you'll rotate through and contribute to key areas of our engineering process, including:

Customer Interaction

- Understand client needs and how they drive design.

Program Management

- See how complex projects are planned and executed.

Design & Fabrication

- Turn ideas into functional prototypes.

Measurement & Analysis

- Learn to test and evaluate performance.

Problem Solving

- Apply your engineering skills to real manufacturing challenges.

You'll also work closely with a mentor to set meaningful goals, participate in product and process design discussions, and contribute to technical reports, data collection, and process improvements.

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Program Details

Application Deadline:

January 15, 2026

Interviews Begin:

Late January 2026

Start Date:

Mid to late May 2026

End Date:

Late August or early September 2026

Schedule:

Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday

Location:

On-site in Providence, RI (no housing or transportation provided; local candidates within 45 minutes preferred)
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What We're Looking For

Currently pursuing a

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

from an accredited university. Familiarity with

CAD software

(SolidWorks preferred). Strong computer skills, including

Word and Excel

. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented and eager to learn. Previous internship or co-op experience is a plus. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available).
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Why UFP Technologies?

At UFP MedTech, you'll be part of a team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and quality. You won't just observe--you'll

contribute

. Our interns leave with valuable hands-on experience, industry knowledge, and connections that help launch their engineering careers.

About UFP MedTech:

UFP Technologies is a designer and custom manufacturer of comprehensive solutions for medical devices, sterile packaging, and other highly engineered custom products. UFP is an important link in the medical device supply chain and a valued outsource partner to most of the top medical device manufacturers in the world. The Company's single-use and single-patient devices and components are used in a wide range of medical devices and packaging for minimally invasive surgery, infection prevention, wound care, wearables, orthopedic soft goods, and orthopedic implants.

UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

To apply for this opportunity please create a profile with us through our online application system. Click the "Apply" box in the upper right hand corner to start the application process. Or, if you already have a social media account with LinkedIn, Google, or Facebook you can use your log in credentials to apply.


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