26 days ago

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MEMS Development Intern

Butterfly Network

TaiwanRemote

 

Company Description

Founded by Dr. Jonathan Rothberg in 2011, Butterfly Network is a digital health company with a mission is to democratize medical imaging by making high-quality ultrasound affordable, easy-to-use, globally accessible, and intelligently connected, including for the 4.7 billion people around the world lacking access to ultrasound. Butterfly created the worlds first handheld single-probe, whole-body ultrasound system using semiconductor technology, Butterfly iQ. 

The company has continued to innovate, leveraging the benefits of Moore’s Law, to launch its second generation Butterfly iQ+ in 2020, and third generation iQ3 in 2024 – each with increased processing power and performance enhancements. 

The disruptive technology has been recognized by TIME’s Best Inventions, Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas, CNBC Disruptor 50, and MedTech Breakthrough Awards, among other accolades. With its proprietary Ultrasound-on-Chip™ technology, intelligent software, and educational offerings, Butterfly is paving the way to mass adoption of ultrasound for earlier detection and remote management of health conditions around the world.

Joining Butterfly is the opportunity to redesign the future of healthcare through the power of technology. Embark on a journey with us to maximize global impact, motivated by the idea that our products will change the lives of millions, along with the people you love.

Job Description

This internship will be to work with our MEMS R&D team and will be focusing on prototype characterization tests and analysis.

As part of our team, your core responsibilities will be: 

  • Assist with the characterization and measurement of transducers, including electrical, mechanical, and acoustic properties, to gain deep insights into their behavior.
  • Analyze experimental data and write clear, precise experiment reports, providing critical input for team decisions.
  • Support laboratory operations and equipment maintenance, ensuring the smooth functioning of our testing environment.
  • Perform a broad variety of tasks in support of the role and responsibilities

 

Qualifications

Baseline skills/experiences/attributes:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree program (third year or above) or a Masters/Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Applied Physics, Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems, or a related field
  • Available for a full-time 2-3 month internship
  • A solid understanding of the fundamental principles and operation of MEMS.
  • Hands-on laboratory experience using basic instruments such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and probe stations.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and relevant software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Excel).
  • Strong English reading and writing skills are essential for technical documentation and reporting.
  • Strong curiosity and a keen willingness to learn and grow in a cutting-edge technological field.
  • Proactive and self-driven, capable of independent thought and problem-solving.
  • Possess a rigorous experimental approach, with attention to detail and data accuracy.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Ideally, you also have these skills/experiences/attributes (but it’s ok if you don’t!):

  • Experience with MEMS fabrication processes or design simulation software (e.g., COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS).
  • Prior experience in lab environments.
  • Basic understanding of ultrasound physics or medical imaging techniques.
  • Based in: Taoyuan Taiwan 
  • Superior communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
  • Self-starters who are results oriented, resourceful, analytical, innovative, intellectually curious and who take initiative and risks.
  • Demonstrate strong ability to embrace and adapt to change, take initiative, showcase curiosity, and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

We offer great perks: 

  • Competitive compensation - we value our employees and show it 
  • The opportunity to build a revolutionary healthcare product and save millions of lives!
  • We offer a hybrid work environment with some days spent working from home and some days in the office.   (If in office, a stocked kitchen full of snacks!!

Compensation

  • This is a 2 to 3 month internship that will be in office based (Taoyuan, Taiwan) 
  • We expect this to be 20 - 40 hours (pay may vary - but we expect for 40 hours a week and the pay will be around TWD 44,000 a month)

 

Butterfly network does not accept agency resumes.

Butterfly Network Inc. is an E-Verify Company and is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.