Supplier Quality Engineering Intern

Give hope. Give health. Make your mark in the fight against cancer.

At Accuray, we make a direct and powerful impact on the lives of cancer patients every day — helping them live longer, better lives. But our commitment to innovation offers a truly unique opportunity: the chance to change the fight against cancer — helping to develop, introduce and support new treatment delivery systems and software that will give new hope and new health to cancer patients and cancer survivors around the world.

Accuray develops, manufactures and sells radiotherapy systems for alternative cancer treatments. Our radiation therapy for cancer makes treatment shorter, safer, personalized and more effective, ultimately enabling patients to live longer, better lives.

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Supplier Quality Engineering Intern

Company Statement:

Give hope. Give health. Make your mark in the fight against cancer.

At Accuray, we make a direct and powerful impact on the lives of cancer patients every day — helping them live longer, better lives. But our commitment to innovation offers a truly unique opportunity: the chance to change the fight against cancer — helping to develop, introduce and support new treatment delivery systems and software that will give new hope and new health to cancer patients and cancer survivors around the world.

Accuray develops, manufactures, and sells radiotherapy systems for alternative cancer treatments. Our radiation therapy for cancer makes treatment shorter, safer, personalized and more effective, ultimately enabling patients to live longer, better lives.

SUMMARY: 

As a Supplier Quality Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for activities related to quality monitoring and control of purchased material and suppliers to Accuray’s medical device manufacturing operations. This position will be based onsite at our headquarters in Madison, WI. The target start date for this role is Summer 2026 and has potential to be extended part-time into the 2025-2026 academic year.

REPORTING TO/DEPARTMENT: 

• Director, Quality Assurance / Supplier Quality Assurance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigate and trend purchased material defects encountered during inspection, assembly, testing, installation, and servicing, and issue, review, and follow-up with suppliers on supplier defect notices (SDNs), and supplier corrective action requests (SCARs).
• Request and review supplier part qualification information including first article inspection reports (FAIRs) and other production part approval (PPAP) information.
• Obtain, review, and update supplier risk evaluations and supplier qualification records including surveys and certifications.
• Maintain supplier, part, and incoming inspection information in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), tools, and job aids.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Personal Excellence
  • Proactively conveys appropriate information in a timely manner and useful format.
  • Communicates effectively using verbal discussion, short-form writing, long-form technical documentation, and visual design.
  • Actively listens.
  • Acts with integrity and a consideration of the ethical implications of requested development.
  • Conducts themself with a professional bearing, investing time to show care and respect to peers.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to expand skillset and scope of work.
• Teamwork
  • Meets or exceeds individual goals and commitments.
  • Collaboratives to solve problems.
  • Balances grit and determination in independent problem-solving with a sense of when to proactively escalate for additional support.
  • Is responsive and acts with speed, conviction and a sense of urgency when required.
  • Demonstrates enthusiasm and a willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Drive for Results
  • Understands how own role contributes to the overall success of the organization.
  • Effectively prioritizes effort on the highest priority goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrates problem-solving ability with an emphasis on identifying root causes.
  • Advocates for innovative ideas by continuously challenging the status quo and suggesting process improvements.
  • Leverages defined processes and seeks appropriate guidance to reach good decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical, industrial, manufacturing, mechanical, quality engineering or similar, from an accredited college or university
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or graduate-level student in good academic standing
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and priorities
• Solid understanding of basic engineering concepts, manufacturing processes, and the role of quality assurance in manufacturing
• Excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Preferred:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Coursework or projects related to supply chain or quality assurance
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning software like SAP
• Previous internship or project experience involving quality assurance, manufacturing, or supply chain

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Most working time will be on-site at Accuray’s global operations center with the potential for some local supplier travel for shadowing or training opportunities.

To qualify for this position, candidates must be able to furnish proof that they are authorized to work in the country they are applying on a permanent basis without sponsorship.

EEO Statement

At Accuray, our commitment to patient-first outcomes drives an inclusive and collaborative work environment where the best ideas rise to the top — and everyone works to push them further. We value diversity in both the professional and personal backgrounds of our employees, as this variety adds rich energy to every team, every project and every work day. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin – including individuals with disabilities and veterans.