R&D Internship (Medical Device Company)

About Bright Uro

Bright Uro is a fast-growing medical device startup headquartered in Irvine, CA. Our mission is to improve the lives of millions affected by lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) by developing cutting-edge diagnostic technology that combines advanced hardware, intuitive software, and powerful data analytics – making it easier for clinicians to gain actionable insights while delivering a better patient experience.  Our passion lies in advancing urologic care through innovation and building a collaborative, dynamic team to bring transformative solutions to life.  

About the Role

Our mission is important to us - we strive to be the most trusted and reliable partner for clinicians, creating a brighter future for patients during their time of need. We are seeking several motivated interns to join our small, fast-moving team and contribute to hands-on development work across research, prototyping, testing, and documentation. 

This role is designed for curious, detail-oriented students who want real exposure to how products are developed in an early-stage environment. Interns will work closely with experienced engineers and gain practical experience that goes beyond observation and into execution.

All internships are in-person, working out of our Irvine, CA office; there is no option for remote work. Interns will work for 15–20 hours per week, for at least 4 months. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Project involvement in Research & Development, manufacturing support, or robotics
• Device flow model bench and physical attribute testing 
• Data analysis and test report write-ups 
• Assist other engineers with fixture designs 
• Development of documentation 
• Case Studies Support 
• Risk Management 

Requirements: 

• Working toward a degree in Engineering (Electrical, Software, Mechanical, or Biomedical), Computer Science, or another related discipline, either as a Senior in college or as a grad student 
• Experience coding in Python is necessary; other languages are a bonus 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment 
• Creative, inquisitive, and demonstrates a strong desire to “build” and “create” 
• Administrative computer experience and skills including the MS Office suite, especially Word and Excel 

Nice to Have: 

• Strong analytical capability and organization skills 
• At least coursework but preferably experience in 2-D/3-D drawings 
• Demonstrated experience reading & preparing technical documentation 
• Knowledge of SolidWorks