Artificial Intelligence Engineering Co-Op, Summer-Winter 2026
Edwards LifesciencesThis posting is submitted in anticipation of future roles at Edwards.
Program participants could be placed at our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California Location. Please visit Edwards.com for information on our locations.
Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As an Intern with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths.
About the role:
Join our global AI Engineering team working on real-world, production AI systems. As an Intern/Co‑Op, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute directly to active AI projects using modern cloud and data platforms.
This is a hands-on engineering role, not just research or experimentation.
Technology Exposure:
Platforms: AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, Palantir Foundry, Palantir AIP, Databricks
Languages & Tools: Python, Terraform, SQL, Git, CI/CD concepts
What you'll gain:
Real-world experience building enterprise AI systems
Mentorship from senior and lead engineers
Exposure to modern AI platforms and cloud infrastructure
Meaningful contributions beyond typical intern projects
Key Responsibilities:
Build and support AI-enabled applications and platforms
Contribute to AI/ML pipelines, data workflows, and cloud infrastructure
Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews
Troubleshoot and solve real engineering problems
Learn and apply best practices in AI engineering and software development
Use AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code) alongside strong independent problem-solving skills
Required Qualifications:
Ability to work full-time for the duration of the Internship (May/June 2026 - December 2026)
Current enrollment as a student at an accredited university for the duration of the co-op project with a graduation date of December 2026 or later.
Pursuing a bachelors, masters, or PhD degree in computer science, computer engineering, data science, or equivalent are of study.
Good scholastic standing (minimum of 3.0+ cumulative GPA or equivalent)
Must not require company sponsorship for an employment-based visa now or in the future.
Strong foundation in software engineering and object-oriented programming
Comfortable coding in Python
Curious, motivated, and passionate about AI and technology
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
What else we look for (Preferred):
Strong foundation in software engineering and object-oriented programming
Comfortable coding in Python
Curious, motivated, and passionate about AI and technology
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Interest in pursuing healthcare and/or medical device industry experience
Unique Benefits for Interns:
Competitive Compensation
Subsidized Housing Program
Relocation (if eligible)
Innovative & Industry Leading Technology
Accelerated Career Growth
A Growing Global Company
Stretch Assignments
Meaningful Projects with Real Impact
Continuous Mentorship
On-site Cafe, Gym, Basketball & Beach Volleyball Courts
Great People & Beautiful Place to Work!
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000 - $72,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).
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Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.