Intern Robotics Software Engineering

Smith+Nephew

US - Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America Posted November 5, 2026

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**This position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

The Robotics Software Engineering Intern will work with the Robotics New Product Development team to develop next generation products in the field of surgical robotics.  Duties may include participating in the entire software development life-cycle which includes reviewing requirements, doing design, implementing the design, unit testing and integration testing.

What will you be doing?

  • Work closely with managers and mentors to complete specifically identified internship projects

  • Present project conclusion to senior leadership

  • Create documentation as required by the Smith and Nephew Robotics Quality Management System

Planned Start Date: May 2027

Program Length: 12 weeks  

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

What will you need to be successful

Education:

  • Must be currently matriculated or within a year of matriculation in an accredited university as an undergraduate majoring in Computer Science or  Computer Engineering

  • Must be in excellent academic standing, with a 3.0 minimum GPA preferred

Experience: 

  • Previous applicable intern, co-op, part-time or apprenticeship experience is preferred

  • Knowledge of C++ and other object-oriented languages is preferred.

Competencies:

  • The ability to describe design using UML is preferred.

  • High learning agility with the ability to analyze and synthesize data and then present it to senior leaders

  • Demonstrated leadership experience with effective project management experience preferred

  • Strong communication skills including technical writing, listening and speaking; ability to influence others

  • Must be able to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and drive project completion

  • Independent thinking and the ability to work within a team is required

  • Ability to assess technical issues and develop solutions utilizing an analytical approach to problem solving

  • Requires the ability to manage tight deadlines, multiple tasks, assignment changes, periodic heavy workload, rapidly changing technology, and dynamic business growth; time management and organization skills are a must

You. Unlimited

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Other reasons why you will love it here!

Training:

  • Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Required Skills
software development testing leadership C++ project management communication technical writing cross-functional collaboration problem solving time management mentoring
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