About the role#
This internship focuses on the micronization of drug substances, a critical step in API manufacturing. You will work within the Product Development, Science, and Technology team to investigate how powder properties influence feeding performance during jet and pin milling. The goal is to develop a systematic approach for managing poorly flowing materials in these processes.
What you'll do#
- Conduct experimental studies to characterize powder properties.
- Evaluate the performance of micronization techniques using different feed mechanisms.
- Analyze data to identify signatures related to process performance.
- Develop and verify computational models.
- Present your findings to departmental and cross-functional teams.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
- Enrollment in university for at least one semester following the internship.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Experience with physical characterization techniques such as flowability, adhesion, cohesion, bulk density, and laser diffraction particle size determination.
- Proficiency in computational modeling, including fluid dynamics or discrete element methods.
- Exposure to comminution processes.
Location & details#
- Location: North Chicago, Illinois
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time intern
- Compensation: Paid position with relocation support for eligible students
About AbbVie
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company based in North Chicago, Illinois. It researches and manufactures medicines across several therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. The organization operates as a public company with over 59,000 employees. It maintains a presence in various international locations such as Canada, South Korea, Japan, and Costa Rica.
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