Internship in Research & Development (R&D) in the field of neurosurgical navigation systems and tracking technologies – (6 Months | Sep/Oct 2026)

Work Flexibility: Not available

At Stryker, every role is vital to our mission to make healthcare better. Our collaborative environment champions growth and opportunity, ensuring that every member of our team is equipped to contribute to our collective goal. 

Join us and be at the forefront of making healthcare better for everyone, everywhere. 

During your internship, you will gain a comprehensive insight into the work of a leading international medical technology company, in our research and development team for the development of novel tracking technologies for neurosurgicalnavigation systems.  

Our offer to you  

• You will be part of an innovative research and development team and support us in the development of novel tracking technologies for surgical navigation systems.  

• You will play a key role in the further development of current and future navigation technologies for use in the operating theatre.  

• You will conduct research in the context of surgical navigation and use it as a basis to create an evaluation concept consisting of software and hardware components.  

• You will have the opportunity to actively contribute your practical solutions to an international medical technology company and to work on new concepts and innovations for our navigation portfolio with your own ideas.  

 

What makes you stand out  

• You are enrolled in a master's program in engineering (electrical engineering, computer science, mechatronics, medical technology) or natural sciences.  

• You have a keen interest in technology and a passion for innovative products. Ideally, you also have an affinity for mathematics and software programming. 

• You work responsibly and analytically and have a strong ability to understand complex systems (hardware and software) in their entirety.  

• You already have knowledge in the field of data/image processing and electronics, in particular experience with MATLAB or Python (ideally supplemented by C, C++ or similar) is an advantage.  

• A high degree of initiative, open-mindedness, communication and team skills, as well as very good written and spoken English skills, complete your profile. 

 

Duration of your internship: 6 months (full-time) 

Type of internship: We offer voluntary internships alongside your studies, compulsory internships/practical semesters, and a combination of both 

When you start with us: September or October 2026 

Where you will work: Freiburg (Breisgau) 

What you can expect: Fair pay, holiday entitlement, exciting training and personal mentoring, and flexible working hours. 

  

Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity.   

We’re excited to receive your application! Please include all relevant documents (cover letter, CV, and transcript of records) and upload them directly under the “CV” section of the application form. 

If your application is successful, we will first conduct a short telephone interview with our University Talent Acquisition Team. If everything fits, this will be followed by a one-hour video interview with the department. We will then get back to you with final feedback. 

Travel Percentage: None