Wound Closure & Healing R&D Intern/Co-op

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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.

We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Career Programs Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: Career Program All Job Posting Locations: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: The Wound Closure & Healing (WCH) R&D Organization in Raritan, NJ, is recruiting for (1) Spring Co-op and (1) Summer Intern for 2027 . WCH is a part of the Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery organization.

Program Dates: Spring Co-op 2027 - January 4, 2027 to June 25, 2027 Summer Intern 2027 - May 17, 2027 to August 27, 2027 The MedTech Organization, based in Raritan, New Jersey, was founded more than 80 years ago as a pioneer in suture development and manufacturing, helping to transform the safety and effectiveness of open surgery. The MedTech Organization offers a broad range of products, platforms and technologies including— sutures, hemostasis products, surgical staplers, trocars, energy devices and synthetic mesh devices—that are used in a wide variety of minimally-invasive and open surgical procedures.

Specialties include support for treatment of colorectal and thoracic conditions, women's health conditions, hernias, oncology, and obesity.

Positions are available in many subgroups of R&D and may include some or all of the following responsibilities: Hands-on laboratory work in a chemistry or engineering lab Good documentation practices, including writing test protocols, generating final reports, and documenting meeting minutes Crafting and evaluating prototypes Performing experimental studies, chemical synthesis, operating chemical process equipment (under supervision), executing analytical and other test methods Collaborating with engineers and outside suppliers to support project related activities If you are passionate about these opportunities, please apply below.

Qualifications Be enrolled (not necessarily taking classes) in an accredited college/university during the Co-op session. Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, or a related technical field. Only students who have completed their sophomore year or above will be considered. For co-ops, availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the Co-op session. 0 is strongly preferred. Demonstrated leadership and/or participation in campus programs and/or community service activities is desired. A high level of organization and the ability to handle multiple tasks.

Be comfortable working independently, as well as on a team. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Power Point, and have strong oral and written communication skills. Hands-on laboratory work in a chemistry, microbiology or engineering lab is strongly preferred. Completion of some coursework with an organic chemistry, polymer science/engineering, chemical engineering focus is strongly preferred. g. H1-B status) now or in the future. Ability to provide their own transportation to this work location. A stipend will be offered to students who meet the commuting distance eligibility requirements. , H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.

Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law.

We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. com/contact-us/careers . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. 50 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan.

Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension). com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on [10/1/2026]. com to accept additional applications.