Research & Development Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) at Sintx Technologies Inc – Salt Lake City, Utah
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About This Position
Location: West Valley City, UT
Application Deadline: April 6, 2026
Duration: Mid-May 2026 through late July/early August 2026
Schedule: Full-time
Compensation: Paid
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented undergraduate to join our Research & Development team for Summer 2026. This paid, on-site internship in West Valley City, Utah, offers hands-on experience in ceramics processing and biomedical product development within a collaborative applied-engineering environment. Under the supervision of R&D Engineering, the intern will contribute to technically rigorous projects supporting product development and process optimization. Candidates must reliably commute to the facility.
What You’ll Do
- Design and plan-controlled experiments for ceramic materials and processing, including defining variables, controls, and success criteria.
- Execute laboratory experiments, collect high-quality data, and maintain accurate experimental records.
- Analyze and interpret data using statistical and visualization tools to identify trends and inform decisions.
- Support process development and equipment validation efforts by troubleshooting, documenting changes, and recommending optimizations.
- Prepare clear, formal technical reports and present findings and actionable recommendations to the engineering team.
- Learn regulatory research practices; prepare and maintain Device History
- Records and related documentation, capture invention disclosures and IP filings, and support cross-functional product development activities.
Projects will focus on improving material performance, manufacturing efficiency, and product reliability within biomedical applications.
Requirements:- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related discipline
- Interest in ceramics processing, materials characterization, and biomedical product development
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a small engineering team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be a U.S. citizen (required due to ITAR restrictions)
- Must be able to reliably commute to West Valley City, UT
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience with advanced ceramic processing techniques
- Exposure to real-world biomedical product development
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Direct mentorship from an experienced R&D and Process Engineer
- The opportunity to complete a technically meaningful summer project with tangible impact
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter to internships@sintx.com before the deadline of
April 6th, 2026.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Salt Lake City, Utah, 84119, United States region.