About the role#
This is a 12-week summer internship for students interested in pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will join our site in Gaithersburg, Maryland, for a full-time position running from May 24, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Analyze validation data.
- Perform risk assessments.
- Assist with ongoing validation projects.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising junior or senior student.
- You are currently studying biosciences, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field.
- You have an expected graduation date after August 2027.
- You are proficient in Excel, Smartsheet, MS Teams, and Word.
- You can work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- You have US work authorization at the time of application.
- Experience with risk assessment and project timelines is helpful.
- Technical writing skills and exposure to AI-based data analysis are preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Gaithersburg, MD.
- You must be able to report onsite five days per week.
- This is a paid internship at $37 to $39 per hour.
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a public pharmaceutical manufacturing company. It focuses on research, development, and global business operations. The company maintains offices in Cambridge and Sodertalje. It employs over 80,000 people.
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