early careers
Discover your purpose
Medtronic offers diverse technical and business careers that can challenge recent graduates and provide a platform for them to develop their talents.
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion equitable healthcare access for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
We’ve been recognized for our commitment to individuals beginning their careers. Medtronic was once again named as one of the Best Employers for New Graduates by Forbes Magazine in 2025. We also earned the Handshake Early Talent Award in 2025 that celebrates the best employers for people launching their careers. Previously, we earned a Campus Forward Award for our early career candidate experience; investments in inclusion and diversity; and meaningful internships and entry-level programs.
INTERNSHIPS
Learn, grow, explore
Our internship programs offer real-world experience and the chance to work with extraordinary individuals — like you. You’ll apply your knowledge to important projects, develop new skills, and make a difference in the lives of others.
- Inclusive coaching
- Challenging projects
- Networking events
- Mentorship program
- Professional development opportunities
During your internship, you’ll get exposure to our core businesses and technologies while experiencing our dynamic culture through professional development and leadership opportunities, networking, and social events.
Starting a career in the MedTech sector can be a great way to combine your interests and passions. It’s a special feeling to know that Medtronic therapies positively impact two patients every second.”— Audrey, Early Careers Manager
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Follow your passion
Apply your existing skills and develop new ones with the training, mentorship, and the guidance you need to be on the leading edge. You’ll be challenged while pursuing ideas that are exciting, innovative, and just plain amazing. Build out the future of robotic healthcare. Think critically about healthcare problems and how to advance science faster. Conduct research on improving the lives of millions.
A career in Medtronic not only aligns with my passions and interests but also offers countless opportunities for personal and professional growth. It's fulfilling to know our work positively impacts patients’ lives and provides hope for the future of medical technology.”— Robyn McKenna, Design & Development Engineering Graduate
NextGen Academy
The NextGen Academy is a 12-month immersive post graduate program designed to launch your career in medical technology, offering hands-on experience and collaboration with diverse teams to support therapies and introduce innovative products. This program is tailored to develop you into a confident and competent future Technical Consultant role, aligning with Medtronic’s mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life.
We’re here to back you up in every part of your journey. Your fresh ideas, unique contributions, and beliefs can turn a NextGen Academy position into a lifechanging career. Join a community that values diversity, embraces challenges, and is all about lifelong learning.
The support that I have received from managers and the discussions that we have had around personal growth and development have been amazing.”— Pedro, Senior Sales Analyst
Career Fairs
January - February |
Spring Internship & Graduate Career Fairs - University College Dublin (UCD)/ University of Galway |
March |
Maastricht Business Days, The Netherlands |
March |
MEDINTECHS, Paris, France |
May |
Business Matchmaker, University of Zagreb, Croatia |
May |
FER Job Fair, University of Zagreb, Croatia |
September |
Autumn Engineering & Science Career Fairs, University of Galway/ University of Limerick , Ireland |
October |
Autumn Engineering & Science Career Fairs, University College Dublin (UCD)/ Ulster University (UUJ)/ Atlantic Technological University Galway (ATU)/ Technological University of Shannon (TUS) - (Athlone & Limerick), Ireland |
October |
Autumn Career Fair , University of Leeds, UK |
October |
Junior ORSI Career Day, Melle, Belgium |
October |
Forum 1ier emploi SNITEM, Paris, France |
November |
BME Career event, University of Groningen & University of Twente; Enschede, Netherlands |
