Intern - Regulatory Affairs - San Diego, CA - Summer 2026

Are you interested in an Internship opportunity with Philips? We welcome individuals who are currently pursuing an undergraduate (BS) degree to participate in 3-6 month paid intern opportunities at our site in San Diego, CA. An exciting opportunity for students who want to start their careers in a global environment and contribute to meaningful projects that impact patient safety and product quality. As a Regulatory Affairs Intern, you will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of regulatory strategies and compliance activities for medical devices and healthcare products. This position offers hands-on exposure to global regulatory requirements, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and mentorship from experienced regulatory professionals.

Your role:

• Assist in preparing and reviewing regulatory submissions (e.g., FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada).
• Support the creation and maintenance of regulatory documentation, including technical files and labeling.
• Conduct research on regulatory requirements, standards, and guidelines for various markets.
• Help track and update regulatory databases and filing systems.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide regulatory input on product development and changes.
• Assist in reviewing promotional materials and product labeling for compliance.
• Support audits, inspections, and internal quality system activities as needed.

You're the right fit if:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with medical device regulations (FDA, EU MDR, ISO 13485) preferred.
• Previous internship or coursework in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or related areas preferred.

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an office role.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.

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Philips Transparency Details

The hourly pay range for this position in San Diego,CA is $26 to $46 per hour, depending on degree program and education level. Bachelor’s students in Engineering disciplines range from $29 to $32 per hour, while those in Business/Arts and Sciences range from $26 to $30 per hour. Master’s students range from $33 to $46 per hour, plus overtime eligible. The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.    

Details about our benefits can be found here. 

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. 

Additional Information 

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future. 

Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position.  For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance the job posting location.