About this role
You will work onsite alongside experienced engineers and scientists and will receive training and guidance on our tools, processes, products, and lab practices. The focus of this role is on experimental work (wet lab and system-level tests), data analysis, and mechanical/system testing.
This is an on-site role at our Ann Arbor, MI facility.
What you will accomplish together with us:
As an intern, you will work under the guidance of senior engineers and scientists. Typical tasks include:
- Work in laboratory and prototype/testing spaces, setting up experiments, interpreting and working from mechanical drawings to support assembly, testing and troubleshooting of experimental setups and instruments
- Assist with robotic and automated workflows by preparing equipment, running automated test sequences, monitoring system performance, and helping refine processes alongside engineers and scientists.
- Build and modify early‑stage prototypes, execute experiments, and collect data.
- Work in a BSL2 environment assisting in cell culture preparation and execution of experiments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, biology, quality, manufacturing) to ensure that experimental designs, instruments, and protocols are practical, safe, and reproducible.
- Help maintain clear documentation, including lab notebooks, test reports, experimental protocols, and basic work instructions.
- The candidate is expected to be careful, curious, and willing to learn in both engineering and biological lab contexts.
What will convince us:
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Comfort working onsite in both lab and prototype/test environments, handling mechanical and biological materials with appropriate safety awareness.
- Familiarity with robotic or automated workflows.
- Prior prototyping and experimentation experience in a laboratory environment.
- Strong understanding of core engineering concepts.
- Foundational understanding of biological lab work in a BSL2 environment (lab experience is preferred).
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, including basic views, dimensions, and simple assembly drawings.
- Programming ability in scientific workflows (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, C# or basic C++).
We Value:
- Strong attention to detail and documentation.
- Good communication skills.
- A growth mindset, willingness to follow safety procedures rigorously, and genuine interest in combining engineering and biology to solve practical problems.
- Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment
What we offer
- Hands-on experience at the interface of engineering and biology, working on real systems and experiments.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and scientists.
- A collaborative, learning-focused environment where asking questions and proposing ideas is encouraged.
- Exposure to development of bioinstrumentation and life science tools.
- The opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support life science and bioprocessing research.
As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.
Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.
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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
We look forward to receiving your application.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com
Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability, or based on status in any other protected group of class.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com
About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers
About Sartorius AG
German life science and bioprocessing equipment company supplying biopharma research and manufacturing tools. Based in Goettingen.
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