2026 Future Talent Program - Process/Project Engineering - Global Engineering Solutions Intern (Summer 2026 Start)

Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity, and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, inclusion, and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Global Engineering Solutions (GES) is responsible for the design, construction, and delivery of advanced manufacturing facilities and laboratories worldwide. We provide premier engineering solutions in the pharmaceutical industry through technical innovation and project management to deliver important life-saving medicines and vaccines to patients. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities to impact Large and Small Molecule areas within the our Manufacturing Division and Animal Health lines of business, including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation. Our Engineers provide solutions for internal and external manufacturing needs in support of operational efficiencies, continuous improvement, and innovations. This position in Global Engineering Solutions (GES) will help the successful candidate develop leadership, communication, and technical skills needed to be successful in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The Future Talent Program features summer intern assignments that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more primary assignments in process engineering or project management. These opportunities can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. The internship position is targeted for rising Junior or Senior year college students. The role involves learning and applying skills related to project engineering of pharmaceutical grade equipment for use in drug product and drug substance manufacturing or our project management team where you will work closely with other departments within the company to achieve our goals. During your assignment you will be surrounded with a support network and receive coaching from your assignment manager and a "buddy".

We are seeking candidates with outstanding academic records of achievement and demonstrated leadership abilities, candidates who are analytical and inquisitive about the interrelationships of various components, and perceptive, quick learners committed to making a difference in the pursuit of manufacturing high-quality, market-leading pharmaceutical and vaccine products.

The successful candidate's area of focus and specific assignments will be determined by business need at and during the internship duration. The specific assignments and responsibilities will be determined closer to the start date. During the assignment, general responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply technical knowledge, data analysis and troubleshooting skills in the support of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and facilities, in a team-based environment.
• Utilize superior communication and interpersonal skills, a team player with the ability to work independently.
• Develop leadership skills in the areas of diverse team building, vendor management, and process equipment development/design.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• This position is targeted for Juniors or Seniors at an accredited college/university.
• Candidates must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering (e.g. Chemical, Biomedical, Mechanical, etc.) or equivalent discipline. No prior experience is required.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent resident of U.S.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Ideal candidate will possess superior communication and interpersonal skills, a team player with the ability to work independently.
• Candidates should have effective collaboration, written and oral communication, and problem-solving skills with desire to be innovative.
• Candidate must possess motivation, dependability, systems thinking and active listening.
• Prior experience with capital equipment specification and installation are preferred but not required.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
N/A

Required Skills:
Applied Engineering, Clinical Research, Cloud Data Catalog, Data Analysis, Database Management, Data Science, Data Security, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Detail-Oriented, Event Planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Project Management, Python (Programming Language), Software Proficiency, Vendor Relationship Management

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:
11/3/2025
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID: R362388