# Manufacturing Intern, Surgery & Robot Hardware

**Company:** [Neuralink](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-companies/neuralink)
**Location:** South San Francisco, California, United States
**Work mode:** On-site
**Employment type:** Internship
**Category:** Manufacturing
**Department:** Other
**Listed:** 2026-03-20

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## Job description

**About Neuralink:**

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

**Team Description:**

As part of the Surgery & Robot Hardware, the Robot Manufacturing Team is responsible for producing and scaling the precisely engineered robotic systems and custom hardware that enable our life-changing surgical procedures. Balancing immediate production needs with long-term scalability, we drive manufacturing innovation to ensure the safety, reliability, and high-quality execution of every surgical implant.

**Job Description and Responsibilities:**

The Robot Manufacturing Intern will contribute directly to the production and scaling of Neuralink's advanced surgical robotic systems. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment, focusing on developing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring the quality and reliability of critical hardware used in our surgical procedures

-   **Manufacturing Process Support:** Assist the team in the assembly, testing, and documentation of robotic components and systems.
-   **Process Improvement:** Identify and implement improvements to existing manufacturing workflows to increase throughput, reduce errors, and enhance product quality.
-   **Documentation and Control:** Help create and maintain detailed manufacturing work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with quality systems.
-   **Tooling and Fixture Design:** Work on the design and fabrication of jigs, fixtures, and production aids to streamline assembly and inspection tasks.
-   **Quality Assurance:** Perform in-process quality checks and contribute to failure analysis and root cause investigations for non-conforming materials or devices.
-   **Data Analysis:** Collect, analyze, and report on manufacturing data to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and support data-driven decisions.

**Required Qualifications:**

-   Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely-related engineering field.
-   Demonstrated passion and aptitude for hands-on technical work, manufacturing, or robotics, evidenced by relevant coursework, technical clubs, or personal projects.
-   Strong foundational understanding of physics and mathematics relevant to engineering principles.
-   Proven ability to be highly detail-oriented and organized in a high-precision environment.
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills for creating clear documentation and collaborating with a technical team.
-   Must be able to commit to a full-time intern schedule.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

-   Prior hands-on experience in a manufacturing or lab environment related to robotics or high-precision assembly
-   Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software for designing production aids and tooling
-   Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., medical device, ISO 13485) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation

**Pay Transparency:**

Based on California law, the following details are for California individuals only:

**California Hourly Range:**   
$25.00/hr USD

**What We Offer:**

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

-   An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
-   Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
-   Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
-   Paid holidays
-   Commuter benefits
-   Meals provided
-   Equity (RSUs) _\*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded_
-   401(k) plan _\*Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours_
-   Parental leave _\*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded_
-   Flexible time off _\*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded_

## Other open roles at Neuralink

- [Recruiting Coordinator (Part-Time)](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-jobs/neuralink/recruiting-coordinator-part-time-8197877003) — South San Francisco, California, United States
- [Designer](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-jobs/neuralink/designer-8197788003) — Austin, Texas, United States; South San Francisco, California, United States
- [Veterinary Technician](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-jobs/neuralink/veterinary-technician-8197226003) — Austin, Texas, United States
- [Physical Design and Verification Engineer](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-jobs/neuralink/physical-design-and-verification-engineer-8197036003) — South San Francisco, California, United States
- [Mechanical Design Engineer](https://zerogtalent.com/frontier-jobs/neuralink/mechanical-design-engineer-8196930003) — Austin, Texas, United States

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