Co-op – Software Design Assurance (IGTD) – Plymouth, MN – January 2027

Job Title

Co-op – Software Design Assurance (IGTD) – Plymouth, MN – January 2027

Job Description

Co-op – Software Design Assurance – Plymouth, MN – January 2027

Are you interested in a co-op opportunity with Philips? We welcome individuals who are currently pursuing an undergraduate (BS) and/or graduate (MS) degree to participate in paid internship and co-op opportunities at our site in Plymouth, MN. Through this role you will gain meaningful, hands-on experience working for a HealthTech company.

Your role:

• Help the Software Design Assurance team support software-intensive medical device programs by assisting with software lifecycle compliance, documentation reviews, requirements traceability, quality metrics, and audit-readiness activities. 
• Collaborate with Software Design Assurance, Software Development, Systems Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Product Security, and Quality partners to support product development and process improvement initiatives. 
• Assist with design and technical review preparation, risk management documentation, verification evidence, cybersecurity and Software Bill of Materials documentation, and organization of compliance records. 
• Support digitalization and continuous-improvement work, including process mapping, dashboards, knowledge management, and adoption of AI-based software lifecycle tools and workflows. 
• Build practical knowledge of medical device design controls, software lifecycle processes, risk management, cybersecurity, and quality systems while working in a hybrid office environment. 

You're the right fit if:

• You are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. 
• Your skills include strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, organization, and written and verbal communication. Familiarity with software development, testing, Agile methods, requirements management, data analysis, or cybersecurity is a plus. 
• Experience gained through university projects, coursework, laboratories, prior internships, or co-ops is welcome. Exposure to Python, Power BI, SharePoint, Git, Azure DevOps, Codebeamer, or similar tools is a bonus. 
• You must be able to successfully perform the minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position. 
• You are curious, collaborative, quality-focused, and comfortable learning in a regulated, cross-functional environment.
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an office role.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.

• Learn more about our business.
• Discover our rich and exciting history.
• Learn more about our purpose.
• Learn more about our culture.

Philips Transparency Details

The hourly pay range for this position is $26.00 to $29.00, plus overtime eligible. The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.    

Details about our benefits can be found here. 

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. 

Additional Information

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.

Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position.  For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Plymouth, MN.

This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.