Job Description

Internship in Process Sciences

Begin your journey in the pharmaceutical industry with us and develop both technical and professional skills while working on projects that make a real difference in people’s lives worldwide.

Join a diverse, inclusive, and multi-skilled global team of highly motivated individuals. At the heart of everything we do is the patient, and we are dedicated to discovering solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.

As a company, we are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, products, and strategies that have yet to be imagined. We want you to join us in shaping the future of healthcare.

What will you be responsible for?

Bringing energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to:

• Participate in routine and non-routine HPLC testing of manufacturing and small-scale development material, following all relevant SOPs.
• Maintain HPLC systems to a high standard and troubleshoot system issues as required.
• Operate as an integral part of the Process Sciences team, performing varied technical duties.
• Review and trend test results.
• Run and troubleshoot various pharmaceutical unit operations at small scale.
• Participate in daily Technical meetings, communicating testing progress, deviations, and updates effectively.
• Ensure strict adherence to all quality requirements within the department on a daily basis.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot equipment/experimental issues.
• Support audit and inspection readiness to maintain department compliance.
• Collaborate by sharing your skills and expertise with others.
• Participate in and drive continuous improvement initiatives in lab.
• Ensure compliance with our company's Global Policies, Procedures, Guidelines, regulatory requirements, including accurate record maintenance.

Internship Details

• This internship will be completed fully on-site.

Who are we looking for?

• Candidates working towards a Science qualification or a relevant discipline.

If you are ready to invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, impact the future by driving innovation at one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Clinical Research, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Health Economics, Manufacturing Compliance, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Development, Pharmaceutical Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Management, Process Improvements, Product Offerings, Project Management, Project Quality Planning, Quality Management, Quality Objectives, Quality Standards, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting and Analysis {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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