About this role
Additional Locations: Costa Rica-Coyol
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and has been recognized with the Catalyst Award in 2022, a prestigious recognition of diversity, equity, and inclusion excellence. Also, we have a Gender Equality Policy to support our commitment.
About the role:
Boston Scientific was named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list —a recognition that reflects the workplace culture our employees experience every day.
We are seeking a university student to join our Occupational Health/EHS team as an intern at our Sterilization Plant in Coyol, Costa Rica. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting daily occupational health and environmental initiatives, as well as contributing to continuous improvement projects within EHS.
The selected candidate will support key business priorities while gaining practical experience in a professional, safety-focused environment.
Work model:
This is an on-site position based at our Sterilization Plant in Coyol, Costa Rica. The selected candidate will be expected to work on-site according to the schedule established for the internship.
Sponsorship and relocation information was not provided for this requisition and should be confirmed before posting.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Support day-to-day business activities related to occupational health and environmental initiatives.
- Collaborate on continuous improvement projects for EHS.
- Assist the team with activities aligned with business needs and departmental priorities.
Required qualifications:
- Currently enrolled as an active university student in a degree program in Occupational Health.
- B2 level of English proficiency.
- Availability to complete at least 32 hours per week within the administrative schedule: Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Requisition ID: 634755
As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.
So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!
Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn .