Philips Internship || Quality Engineering || Apply Now !

Philips is hiring interns for the position of Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 in San Diego, California. Explore all the key details below and find out how you can be part of one of the most impactful health technology companies in the world.

About Philips

Philips is a world-renowned leader in health technology, focused on improving lives through meaningful innovation.
The company operates in over 100 countries and serves more than 400,000 customers globally.
With its deep roots in medical imaging, diagnostics, and patient monitoring, Philips continues to innovate in AI, cloud, and consumer health devices.
Philips places strong emphasis on sustainability, employee development, and inclusion, making it a top choice for students looking to build careers that make a difference.

Internship Overview

📌 Position: Quality Engineering Intern
📍 Location: San Diego, California, United States
⏱ Time Commitment: Full-time

This is not a typical shadowing role. You will work closely with engineers and professionals on real-time product development and quality initiatives that support life-saving medical devices.

Roles & Responsibilities

Contribute to quality system initiatives and support product development within a regulated medical device environment.
Assist in documenting and reviewing quality processes in alignment with ISO 13485 and FDA QSR standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, quality managers, and compliance officers.
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Support process improvement efforts aimed at reducing variability and enhancing manufacturing reliability.
Assist in updating risk management documentation and performing test validations.
Contribute to supplier quality reviews and documentation assessments.

This role offers hands-on involvement in meaningful projects that directly impact Philips’ ability to deliver safe, effective healthcare solutions.

Qualifications & Eligibility

You must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, preferably Biomedical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
Must have completed at least 2 years of coursework (sophomore or higher).
Previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience related to medical devices or quality systems is a plus.
Strong communication and analytical skills are required.
Must be detail-oriented and capable of working independently on assigned tasks.
Should have an interest in quality control, regulatory affairs, or product compliance.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. – no visa sponsorship will be provided.
Must either live in or be willing to relocate independently to San Diego, California.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly compensation between $29.00 – $32.00/hour.
Work alongside global leaders in health tech innovation.
Mentorship from experienced engineers and managers.
Participation in team events, career development workshops, and networking opportunities.
Access to cutting-edge lab and testing environments used in regulated product design.
Chance to convert to a full-time position post-graduation based on performance and team needs.
Make a measurable impact on technologies that touch lives across the world.