2026 Fall Co-Op IT

Simtra BioPharma Solutions; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Time Off Program

Job summary

Simtra BioPharma Solutions in Bloomington, Indiana is seeking an enthusiastic IT Fall Co-Op to support the IT team with day-to-day end-user issues, hardware, software, and network tasks. You will collaborate on projects and help maintain a range of IT technologies across the organization.

The role provides exposure to telephony, wireless upgrades, system reliability efforts, and production support, offering learning sessions, site visits, and leadership engagement within a pharmaceutical IT

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 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).

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day IT support for end users, hardware, software, and network issues.
• Assist IT team with projects and tasks across the organization.
• Maintain and support various IT technologies
• Collaborate with IT team on telephony, wireless, and infrastructure improvements.
• Offer Level 1 and 2 support and help document solutions.

Skills

Networking

Databases

Python

Java

SQL

Problem solving

Analytical skills

MS Office

Cloud platforms

IT support tools

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing BS/MS in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Windows OS

Networking basics

Troubleshooting 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.

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

• 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

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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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