Design and Test Intern / Co-op Winter 2027

Job summary

The intern will contribute to the design, development, and testing of novel medical devices, including creating test fixtures and scripts. They will also manage verification and validation protocols, maintain documentation, and assist with prototype assembly.

Job details

About us Trexo Robotics is enabling mobility by building powered wearable robots. Our first product is a robot for children with movement disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, and it allows kids to walk, in many cases, for the first time in their lives. The device is currently being used by hundreds of families and the best hospitals across North America. We are constantly working towards building mobility solutions for all. At Trexo Robotics, you will find a flat organization where you can work with highly optimistic, low ego, and exceptionally talented individuals who look forward to solving hard problems. About the Job We are looking for a Design and Test intern to help with design, documentation and testing of existing of new products/features and improvements to existing products. This position is in-person at our office in Mississauga. What you'll do Contribute to the design and development of a novel medical device Design Test Fixtures and/or Write Test Scripts to Aide in testing Hardware and software Create and maintain verification and validation test protocols and execute verification tests Write test reports and establish traceability from requirements to verification and validation Assembly prototypes for new R&D parts, fixtures, and jigs. Support activities related to meeting regulatory standards and requirements for medical devices Help keep the testing lab organized and clean Required Skills High interest in medical device technology Hands on experience working with Mechatronics Ssytems Excellent ability to problem solve Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Great attention to detail and a desire to make products better. Interest in exoskeletons. Nice to Have Experience working in a medical device company or other highly regulated environment Previous experience with Solidworks, Onshape and 3D printing. Experience with Python Scripts. Experience working with Linux. Familiarity with risk management processes (e.g., FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis) Exposure to quality management systems (QMS) used in medical device manufacturing. Additional information This position is a 4-month work term from January 11, 2027, to April 30, 2027. We are also open to offering an 8-month or 12-month internship. If you are interested in a longer work term, please indicate this in your application. Applications must include a transcript along with your resume. We will reach out to candidates whose profiles match our needs once the hiring process begins. Interviews are expected to start in October. Work Authorization: Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support work authorization applications. We can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the location they are applying for. AI in Recruitment: At Trexo Robotics, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our recruitment process. AI helps with tasks like resume screening, drafting job descriptions, creating interview questions, and occasionally sourcing candidates. Final hiring decisions are always made by our team. Our goal is to use AI responsibly to streamline administrative tasks, improve candidate experience, and maintain fair, unbiased hiring practices aligned with industry standards.

What you’ll do

The intern will contribute to the design, development, and testing of novel medical devices, including creating test fixtures and scripts. They will also manage verification and validation protocols, maintain documentation, and assist with prototype assembly.

Requirements

Candidates should have a strong interest in medical device technology and hands-on experience with mechatronics systems. Excellent problem-solving, communication skills, and attention to detail are required for this role.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• SolidWorks · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Linux · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Medical device technology
• Mechatronics systems
• Problem solving
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• Solidworks
• Onshape
• 3D printing
• Python
• Linux
• Risk management
• FMEA
• Fault tree analysis
• Quality management systems
• Job Descriptions
• Optimism
• Design Documentation
• Medical Device Manufacturing
• Industry Standards
• Talent Sourcing
• Onshape (3D Modeling Software)
• Administrative Functions
• Medical Devices
• Medical Device Development
• Quality Management Systems
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
• Artificial Intelligence
• SolidWorks (CAD)
• Fault Tree Analysis
• Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
• Traceability
• Problem Solving
• Python (Programming Language)
• Risk Management
• Mechatronics
• Prototyping
• Robotics
• Resume Screening
• Verification And Validation
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Engineering
• Technology
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Intern/Co-Op
• Biomedical Engineer (General)
• Engineering Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers