2026 Fall Co-Op IT

Simtrabps; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 公司

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Employee Ownership Plan

Job summary

Simtra BioPharma Solutions is seeking an enthusiastic IT Fall Co-Op to support day-to-day IT operations, including hardware, software, network, and end-user issues. You will collaborate with the IT team on tasks and projects, gaining real-world experience in a pharmaceutical technology environment.

The role provides exposure to telephony, wireless upgrades, reliability initiatives, and user support, with learning sessions, site visits, and leadership interactions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Strong understanding and experience with networking, databases, and programming languages (Python, Java, SQL).
• Experience in troubleshooting IT issues and working with technical and non-technical customers.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day IT operations across hardware, software, network, and end-user issues.
• Collaborate with the IT team on tasks and projects across the organization.
• Assist in maintaining and supporting IT technologies.
• Work on telephony review, wireless upgrade, and infrastructure reliability initiatives.

Skills

Networking

Databases

Python

Java

SQL

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Cloud platforms

Education

BS or MS in IT/CS/Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

IT support tools

Job description

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

Simtra is seeking highly motivated undergraduate or graduate students for our Fall Co-op Program. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our Co-op students work closely with industry professionals and learn quickly how to problem solve on real-world projects that contribute to clinical research and manufacturing processes. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects and social events.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an enthusiastic IT Fall Co-Op to support and work with IT team. The student will support day-to-day end user issues, including hardware, software, network, and all other IT related issues, collaborate with the IT team on tasks and projects, and assist in maintaining and supporting various IT technologies across the organization.

Responsibilities:

The Co-op will work on the following projects:

• Telephony Review -Assist in reviewing and documenting telephony systems and configurations to support technology optimization and operational efficiency.
• Wireless Upgrade - Support Wi‑Fi upgrade efforts through documentation, testing, and deployment assistance.
• Reliability and Redundancy - Assist with efforts to improve system redundancy and reliability through infrastructure review and documentation.
• Assist and support activities as they relate to Simtra Operational Transition
• Provide Level 1 and 2 user and production support, addressing hardware and software issues. Offer assistance with additional projects and tasks as they arise, contributing to a wide range of learning opportunities within the Technology department

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a BS or MS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Strong understanding and experience working with networking, databases, and programming languages (Python, Java, SQL)
• Knowledge of troubleshooting IT issues and working with technical and non-technical internal and external customers
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), cloud platforms, and IT support tools
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly motivated, self-driven individual with passion working within pharmaceutical industry
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

In return, you’ll be eligible for

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

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