Intern - Product Manager (Interbody)

Why Orthofix?

Guided by our organizational values- Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together - we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people's quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech.

Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people's lives? Look no further.

How you'll make a difference?

The Intern- Product Management (Anterolateral Interbody) will engage in hands-on activities in the medical device industry, specifically in spinal implants and instrumentation, while working alongside experienced product managers, engineers, and marketing professionals. The Product Management Intern will support key initiatives related to market research, competitive analysis, product development, and commercialization strategies for thoracolumbar interbody systems.This role offers exposure to surgeon feedback sessions, sales analytics, and cross-functional collaboration while developing a deep understanding of spinal fixation implants and instruments.

What will your duties and responsibilities be?

Market & Competitive Analysis:

• Research market trends, competitor product offerings, and clinical applications within thoracolumbar spinal interbody space.

• Create reports and presentations to summarize key findings.

Product Development & Support:

• Assist in the evaluation of new and existing implants and instruments for thoracolumbar interbody.

• Participate in cadaveric labs and surgeon feedback sessions to gather insights.

• Support the product manager in data collection, testing, and documentation.

Sales & Business Support:

• Analyze sales performance, pricing trends, and customer feedback for anterolateral interbody products.

• Assist with sales training materials, product guides, and marketing collateral.

• Help prepare internal and external presentations for product updates.

Operational & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work with R&D, marketing, regulatory, and supply chain teams to track product milestones.

• Support planning for product launches, line extensions, and instrument enhancements.

• Contribute to the creation of FAQs, case studies, and training modules for field sales teams.

What skills and experience will you need?

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and pursuing college degree

Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Interest in gaining experience in spinal implant product management.

• Exposure to surgeon engagement, clinical insights, and market strategy.

• Opportunities to contribute to real-world product development and business initiatives.

• Networking with industry professionals, sales reps, and R&D teams.

What qualifications are preferred?

The education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.

Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Power BI

• Interest in medical devices, orthopedics, or spine surgery

The anticipated base hourly rate for an employee who is located in California this position is $22.00 to $26.00 per hour. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. The Company is a multi-state employer and this pay scale may not reflect the pay scale for an employee who works in other states or locations.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee's at-will employment status.

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