Engineering Intern

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies.

Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients- that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don't settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients' lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Vantive is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in Mountain Home, Arkansas. This internship provides hands‑on experience in a highly regulated medical device manufacturing environment. The Engineering Intern will work closely with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel to support process improvements, equipment optimization, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to product quality, operational efficiency, and patient safety.

This position offers an opportunity to gain practical engineering experience while developing technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills in a world‑class manufacturing environment.

• Assist engineers with manufacturing process improvement projects.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production and quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing
• Assist with equipment validation, process qualification, and documentation activities.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and engineering documentation.
• Support production trials, process studies, and equipment performance evaluations.
• Create reports, presentations, and visual management tools to communicate project progress and results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.
• Observe and comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other engineering‑related duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering Or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience with CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Experience with manufacturing, laboratory, or engineering projects through coursework or previous internships.

• Technical aptitude
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Data‑driven decision making
• Attention to detail
• Initiative and accountability
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Time management and organization
• Adaptability and willingness to learn

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Frequent interaction with production equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in designated production areas.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the manufacturing facility as needed.

• Real‑world experience in medical device manufacturing.
• Exposure to engineering best practices in a regulated environment.
• Opportunities to lead…