Looking for an internship at Stryker? Meet our U.S. early talent recruiters
- Stryker
- Sep 8, 2023
- 5 min read
Updated: Feb 17
Whether you’re looking for an internship in engineering, sales, or human resources, our early talent recruiters are a wealth of knowledge to help you find a role that aligns with your professional goals. As we gear up for fall recruitment, we wanted to give you the opportunity to meet the team.
Meet our team:
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Columbus, OH
Alma mater: The Ohio State University
Recruiting focus area: I oversee recruitment for sales interns nationwide.
Candidate tip: The best thing a candidate can do is research the company prior to the interview. The more you've educated yourself on your prospective employer, the more engaging the interview is. Come with questions!
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: My favorite thing about our internship program, especially for sales interns, is the hands-on experience they get. Having an internship in Med Device Sales is a great way to discover if this is your true passion. I also love that our interns get to have exposure to working in the Operating Room, which is a large part of many of our full-time sales jobs.
Reason for recruiting interns: I love working with early talent and helping them decide on a career path that they love.
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: I sit on two teams at Stryker! I am part of our larger sales recruiting team but also work very closely with Stryker's early talent team.
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Raleigh, NC
Alma mater: North Carolina A&T State University
Recruiting focus area: My recruitment efforts are focused on Florida A&M University, Howard University and Georgia Tech.
Candidate tip: Come to the career fair with your research already done! Greet your recruiter with why you’re interested in Stryker, and how the company aligns with you!
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: I’m brand new to Stryker, and still learning about the internship program – but I am excited and love it so far!
Reason for recruiting interns: I love working with early talent because I can easily see where I’m making an impact. I don’t take for granted how this work allows me to be part of the ‘solution’.
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: I applied to be a Stryker intern in 2019!
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Portage, MI
Alma mater: Adrian College (B.A), Concordia University – Ann Arbor (M.S.)
Recruiting focus area: I am responsible for recruiting at the University of Michigan and Purdue University. I typically focus on software, electrical and robotics engineering internships and rotational programs.
Candidate tip: Be yourself! Stryker values our people-oriented culture and relationships are important. We want to meet your authentic self and help you launch your career!
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: I love that our interns are treated like full-time employees and tasked with very impactful projects. I also love all the cool events our interns get the opportunity to participate in.
Reason for recruiting interns: My degree was in teaching, and I always envisioned myself working with students in some way. As a recruiter at Stryker, I still feel like an educator and take great joy in watching our interns start their careers with us.
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: I have four family members, including my wife who work at Stryker! We’re big Stryker cheerleaders in our family!
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Grand Rapids, MI
Alma mater: Spring Arbor University
Recruiting focus area: I recruit for marketing, legal and human resource functions. I also oversee recruitment at Rutgers, the University of Illinois – Chicago and the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Candidate tip: Make sure to ask the right questions to find out if the company you are pursuing has the culture and values that align with your own. Being intentional about the opportunities you target can help you secure a role with a company you can grow with.
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: I love seeing the relationships that our interns build with each other throughout the summer. We provide networking opportunities for students during the work week, but what really flourishes throughout the summer are the friendships and connections that interns build outside of work.
Reason for recruiting interns: I love working with students and being their (sometimes) first impression/interaction with Stryker. Being able to be a cheerleader and guide for students as they navigate their career path beyond the classroom is very rewarding.
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: I am a Stryker “boomerang”! I worked as a contractor back in 2016, moved on to pursue other opportunities for a few years and then came back full-time in April 2022.
Heather B.
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Columbus, Ohio
Alma mater: Kent State University
Recruiting focus area: I am responsible for recruiting at Georgia Tech University and New Jersey Technical Institute. I typically focus on mechanical, manufacturing and biomedical engineering internship opportunities.
Candidate tip: Prioritize time to network and build relationships. The UR team offers a variety of structured networking events. It's a great way to grow your professional connections while building your brand. Pro tip: schedule 1:1's in a casual setting if you prefer a more individualized approach!
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: The hands-on project work, which allows you to learn as you go. It’s a great way to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges and develop solutions in real-time.
Reason for recruiting interns: With a background in broadcast journalism, I wanted to take my passion for interviewing and sharing stories to help others along in their career journey. The early talent space is truly rewarding as our interns are the future leaders of tomorrow!
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: Before I interviewed for my role at Stryker, I wasn't too familiar with the company. After my first interview, I remembered that my grandma needed a more accessible bed in the later years of her life and she was given a Stryker bed to give her more accessibility. For years, there was a Stryker bed in my house and I didn't even realize it. It's amazing to see how Stryker touches all of our lives in so many ways!
Andi J.
Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner, University Relations | Hernando, MS
Alma mater: University of Memphis
Recruiting focus area: I support the recruiting for IT, Data Analytics, Sales/Sales Operations, and Supply Chain. I also oversee the recruiting at Cal Poly and Arizona State University.
Candidate tip: Come prepared for your phone screen and interview by resea
rching the company and identifying why you're passionate about its mission. We love to see enthusiasm and excitement for the work we do at Stryker.
Favorite thing about Stryker’s Internship program: We host a meet the CEO event where interns can connect with Kevin Lobo, ask questions and gain valuable insights—it's an incredible opportunity to engage with leadership firsthand.
Reason for recruiting interns: Interns have so much excitement and look forward to gaining any experience they can to get their careers started. I enjoy working with them, providing interactive feedback and supporting them in finding the right fit.
Fun ‘Stryker’ fact: I started at Stryker as a contract employee and received a full-time offer about 8 months later and I’ve loved every minute of it!