COOK Medical Summer 2025 Research Engineering Co-op

The Summer Engineering Co-Op is a paid co-op experience located in Bloomington, IN. We offer a 12-week rotation in Research Engineering and have multiple positions open across our R&D teams. This position includes a housing stipend, 401(k), fitness center access, learning events, capstone presentation, and more. All Co-Op positions are assigned a direct mentor and each position provides real-world experience with meaningful projects in the medical device manufacturing industry.

- Utilize knowledge and experience from laboratory course-work to generate data in real-world biology laboratory supporting R&D product pipeline
- Must maintain all training requirements for the position, while seeking out opportunities for continuous development and growth 

- Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization 
- Must strictly adhere to safety requirements 
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance 
- Must maintain company quality and quantity standards
- Must have effective communication skills and ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision 
- Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations

- College or University Junior or Senior preferred working towards a undergraduate or a graduate degree in Biology or Biomedical/ Bioengineering
- Minimum GPA of 3.0

- Experience in use of basic laboratory instrumentation required and cell culture or aseptic technique preferred
- Must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university 

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States without any need for current or future visa sponsorship. Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this temporary position and will not consider candidates that have a future sponsorship need.

Physical Requirements: 

- On-site and hybrid positions that work under general office environmental conditions 
- Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, equipment, etc. 
- Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat and gloves may be required in some areas associated with this position 

- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements under the ADA.