Axogen is committed to building and maintaining a strong and gratifying company culture that fosters professional growth. Our hands-on and personal approach makes transitioning to a new job a seamless and enjoyable process. Most benefits are effective on day one!   Axogen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.   Why you’ll love working at Axogen:  * Friendly, open, and fun team culture that values unique perspectives  * Company-wide dedication to profoundly impacting patients’ lives  * Comprehensive, high-quality benefits package effective on date of hire  * Educational assistance available for all employees  * Matching 401(k) retirement plan  * Paid holidays, including floating holidays, to be used at your discretion  * Employee Stock Purchase Plan  * Referral incentive program  Axogen Mission and Business Purpose Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by making restoration of peripheral nerve function an expected standard of care. We aim to lead the markets we serve by always requiring the solutions we offer patients and caregivers provide an improved benefit-to-risk profile as compared to existing standards of care. To ensure we deliver improved benefit-to-risk solutions, we will guide and expect the market and design requirement specifications underlying our engineering, business development, and clinical research activities, objectively target advancements in standards of care. Summary of the R&D Internship We are seeking a highly motivated intern to join our R&D team at Axogen. Knowledgeable mentors will provide guidance for a dynamic, professional, hands-on experience. The intern will get a unique look into the benefits of working within smaller biomedical company; high visibility within the company. This internship is based out of our Tampa, FL office (not remote) and will start Fall 2026 and will last for up to 3 semesters. Requirements of the R&D Internship * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program with at least two years completed; preferably in Biomedical Engineering * Ability to work at least 15 hours per week in the lab/office during these days/times (Monday-Thursday, 8-5pm EST) * Pass a drug screening  * Experience using a microscope and other basic lab equipment * Knowledge of immunohistochemistry, histology microtomy, image analysis, use of ImageJ or other image analysis software is preferred * Biomaterials fabrication, biomechanical testing, aseptic technique basic understanding  is preferred * Exceptional written & oral communication skills * Basic computer skills, use of Microsoft Office, Excel, basic data analysis * Good teamwork skills and respectful attitude  * Ability to independently follow protocols and instructions  * Good organization and time management skills  Project Details This intern will work on non-clinical research projects supporting implantation documentation, surgical supply preparation, histology staining, imaging and analysis. Location 111 West Oak Ave., Tampa, FL  33602 #LI-AC1 Compensation The anticipated base wage for this position is $18/hr for an undergrad student and $20/hr for a grad student. In addition to the base hourly rate, there may be a housing stipend available based on location. Interns who are 21 years of age or older are eligible for 401K. Axogen follows healthcare system guidelines with respect to credentialing, vaccinations and other employment/compliance related requirements, as well as CDC guidance. Axogen reserves the right to amend its policies from time to time in its sole discretion.