About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation within the Cancer Diagnostics division. You will work on-site to support the installation, maintenance, and qualification of equipment. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist with equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.
- Analyze current workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect current practices.
- Collect and analyze operational data to spot trends and gaps.
- Create reports and visualizations to support project decision-making.
- Maintain project documentation, including timelines, meeting notes, and action items.
- Complete accurate service records while following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Comply with safety and regulatory requirements, including the company Quality Management System (QMS).
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Associate's Degree Technical Program or a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field (Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Aerospace, Biomedical, or Environmental).
- Completion of at least 1 year of an Associate's program or 2 years of a Bachelor's program by the internship start date.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Preferred: Experience in a regulated environment like ISO, FDA, or CLIA.
- Preferred: Experience performing system calibrations to specifications.
- Preferred: Experience with troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in Madison, Wisconsin.
- Compensation ranges from $16.85 to $33.75 per hour.
About Abbott
Abbott operates in the healthcare sector with a focus on diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. The company maintains a global presence with employees serving in over 160 countries. It is a public company based in Abbott Park, Illinois. The organization employs more than 150,000 people.
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