Founder's Office Intern (MedTech)
Location : IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai
Type : Full‑time internship (6 months)
Compensation : Stipend (₹10,000) + certificate + PPO for top performer
Start : ASAP
About Floaid
Floaid is a deep‑tech medtech startup building next‑generation cardiopulmonary support systems— We work at the intersection of hardware, software, clinical research and regulation to bring world‑class life‑support technology to patients.
The Role
As a Founder's Office Intern , you'll operate as a force‑multiplier to the founders—solving high‑leverage problems across strategy, operations, research, and execution. You'll work directly with leadership and cross‑functional teams (engineering, clinical, quality, and manufacturing) to drive critical initiatives from idea to impact.
What You'll Do
- Program Ops : Orchestrate cross‑team execution for workstreams—timelines, dependencies, risk logs, and weekly reviews.
- Research & Intelligence : Conduct deep dives on competitors, suppliers, standards (e.g., IEC 60601‑1, ISO 62304), and clinical best practices; synthesize findings into crisp briefs.
- Regulatory & Quality Support : Assist with dossier prep (e.g., CDSCO filings), test protocols, and documentation hygiene across teams.
- Investor & Partner Collateral : Build investor decks, one‑pagers, and progress notes; maintain KPIs and dashboards.
- Procurement & Vendor Management : Scout vendors, request quotes, compare options, and manage POs / track deliveries for lab and build needs.
- People & Hiring : Draft JDs, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and run onboarding checklists.
- Meetings & Communication : Drive weekly standups, capture decisions / action items, and ensure follow‑through.
- Special Projects : Jump into whatever is most mission‑critical—pilot rollouts, hospital collaborations, patent landscaping, or test logistics.
What You'll Bring (Must‑haves)
Structured, first‑principles thinker; strong ownership and bias for action.Excellent written & verbal communication; ability to turn complexity into clarity.Demonstrated proficiency with Excel / Google Sheets and PowerPoint / Slides ; comfort with Notion / Docs.Analytical research skills—ability to find, read, and summarize technical / regulatory material.High integrity, reliability under deadlines, and comfort with ambiguity in a fast‑moving startup.Nice to Have (Good‑to‑haves)
Background / interest in biomedical, mechanical, electrical, or software domains.Exposure to medical device standards , clinical workflows, or wet‑lab / bench testing.Experience with basic project management tools (Notion, Jira, ClickUp, or similar).Familiarity with hardware documentation , BOMs, procurement, or vendor ops.What You'll Learn
End‑to‑end view of a regulated medical device lifecycle—from R&D to verification / validation and early clinical partnerships.How to build investor narratives, operate OKRs, and scale operations in a deep‑tech startup.Hands‑on experience with real‑world test plans, quality documentation, and product releases.Logistics
Work mode : On‑site at IIT‑MRP, no WFHHours : Full‑timeEquipment : Laptop required; lab access provided.Selection Process
Quick application review (resume / portfolio + 3–5 lines on why Floaid).30‑min screening interview (problem‑solving & communication).Founder round (case / assignment + culture fit).Offer.How to Apply
Via linkdin
Skills Required
google sheets , Jira, Excel