Manufacturing Software Engineering Intern

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position

We are seeking strong hands-on, energetic and high-capacity intern candidates for the Manufacturing Software Engineering team. Our team designs and develops the software and algorithms to support and automate product manufacturing to assure each product’s performance and safety. Our intern will report to Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Software Engineering and will have a wide range of opportunities including building software and tools for manufacturing equipment and data analysis, and working as part of a big project team/

Essential Job Duties

• Design, develop and test software systems that control machines to streamline manufacturing process

• Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide project updates and deliverables

• Present the projects involved and lessons learned to the organization

Required Skills and Experience

• Current enrollment in a Computer Science, Mechatronics Engineering or related degree-seeking program at the Bachelor’s or Master’s level.

• Hands-on experience on at least one modern programming language (C#/Python preferred)

• Enthusiasm and passion for automation

• Hands-on, fast learner, willing to work on both software and hardware

• Team player, good oral and written communication skills

• Strong analytical, time management skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Familiar with OOP-OOD concepts, modern programming languages

• Familiarity with software frameworks, tools, data engineering

• Experience with hardware control, firmware, automation

• Can identify and debug software and hardware issues in complex software systems

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay (paid at an hourly rate), benefits, and a housing allowance. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including relevant skills and experience for this internship, degree-seeking academic program (PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s, etc), year in school, and location. The hourly rate is prorated against the intern program salaries listed and total program compensation will be based on internship duration.