Co-Op IT Engineer

Boehringer Ingelheim; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a talented IT Engineering Co-op to join our MES team in St. Joseph, MO.

The role supports the Regional System Lead and cross-functional partners, contributing to documentation, data analysis, testing, issue investigation, and continuous-improvement activities. Under supervision, you will gain practical exposure to manufacturing IT, system lifecycle practices, and collaboration across local and global teams, with opportunities to build real-world projects and

Qualifications

• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the internship/co-op.
• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.
• Major or minor in related field of internship/co-op.
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university.
• Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work accurately, safe, and on schedule with appropriate guidance
• Produces clear, complete, and reusable documentation
• Uses data and structured analysis to support troubleshooting and improvement
• Demonstrates progress in MES, manufacturing IT, and system lifecycle knowledge
• Communicates status, questions, risks, and findings proactively
• Builds effective working relationships across IT, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams
• Delivers a defined project or improvement with measurable value by the end of the assignment

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Python

Git

Azure DevOps

Jira

ServiceNow

OpenShift

Tools

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Windows

Linux

PowerShell

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Co-op to join our IT Engineering team. The MES Co-op supports the Regional System Lead and cross-functional partners in maintaining and improving Manufacturing Execution Systems used across production sites. Under guidance, the student contributes to documentation, data analysis, testing, issue investigation, change preparation, and continuous-improvement activities. The assignment provides practical exposure to manufacturing IT, regulated operations, system lifecycle practices, and collaboration across local and global teams.

This role is located in our St. Joseph, MO office.

Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for ouremployees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work accurately, safe, and on schedule with appropriate guidance
• Produces clear, complete, and reusable documentation
• Uses data and structured analysis to support troubleshooting and improvement
• Demonstrates progress in MES, manufacturing IT, and system lifecycle knowledge
• Communicates status, questions, risks, and findings proactively
• Builds effective working relationships across IT, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams
• Delivers a defined project or improvement with measurable value by the end of the assignment

Requirements

• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the internship/co-op
• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred
• Major or minor in related field of internship/co-op
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university
• Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

The below skills are desired, not required:

• SQL and relational database concepts and/or Oracle and PostgreSQL
• Windows or Linux operating systems
• Power BI, Python, PowerShell, or another scripting and reporting tool
• Software testing, requirements gathering, or process mapping
• IT service management concepts such as incident, problem, change, and request management
• Git, Azure DevOps, Jira, ServiceNow, or another work-tracking platform
• GMP, validation, cybersecurity, data integrity, or quality-management principles
• Manufacturing Execution Systems, enterprise applications, or production-support environments
• Open Shift Platform

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com