About the role#
AstraZeneca is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for summer 2027 internships within our Global Technical Operations organization. You will work at our sites in Gaithersburg or Frederick, Maryland. This is a full-time, paid internship where you will lead hands-on projects and gain experience in biologics operations. You will work alongside technical managers and cross-functional teams to complete a meaningful project and present your findings.
What you'll do#
- Lead projects across biologics manufacturing, analytical science, technology transfer, digitalization, and product lifecycle management.
- Work on process optimization, modeling, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Support bioassays, analytical testing, method validation, and laboratory automation.
- Apply data analytics, AI-enabled reporting, workflow automation, and digital process twins.
- Assist with technology transfer, shipping validation, and comparative studies.
- Conduct product assessments, cost-of-goods analysis, and risk reviews.
- Manage packaging design specifications and product technology improvements.
- Explore robotics, process analytical technology, and manufacturing automation.
- Build new skills and expand your professional network.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or master's program.
- A major in a technical field such as mechanical, chemical, biomedical, or packaging engineering, computer or data science, chemistry, or biology.
- A graduation date after August 2027.
- US work authorization at the time of application.
- Strong academic performance.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine interest in technical operations and the pharmaceutical industry.
Location & details#
- These roles are based on-site in Gaithersburg, MD or Frederick, MD.
- You must be able to report on-site 3 to 5 days per week. Lab-based roles require more frequent on-site attendance.
- Frederick, MD interns must start on June 7, 2027.
- This position does not offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.
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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