Intern, External Quality Assurance Specialist

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hourly wage

Company holidays

Sick time

Professional development

On-site gym access

Snacks

Job summary

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks a motivated Quality Specialist intern to support Quality Oversight of External Test Labs and Contract Manufacturing Organizations in a biotech setting.

This role offers exposure to contract manufacturing, testing oversight, continuous improvement, and quality performance. The intern will collaborate with Quality teams to establish visual management tools, metrics and reports, gaining experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and GMP procedures during

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable working in a regulated environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Oversight of External Test Labs and Contract Manufacturers
• Partner with Quality teams to establish visual management tools, performance metrics and reports

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Regulated environment

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Bioengineering, Industrial), Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Operations, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About BioMarin

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we have produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well‑understood biology and provide opportunities to be first‑to‑market or to offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain cutting‑edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

SUMMARY

The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10–12 weeks interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT

We are seeking a motivated Quality Specialist intern to support Quality Oversight of External Test Labs and Contract Manufacturing Organizations. This role offers experience in contract manufacturing and testing oversight, continuous improvement, and quality performance in the Biotech industry.

The intern will partner closely with various functions in Quality teams to help establish visual management tools, performance metrics and reports.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable working in a regulated environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with AI and digitalization
• Interest in quality control, manufacturing, operations excellence, or quality assurance
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Qualifications/Eligibility

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Bioengineering, Industrial), Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Operations, or related field
• Work performed in an active manufacturing environment
• Will require gowning and adherence to GMP Procedures
• Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week
• Must be currently enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship or have graduated within one year of the start of the program
• Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on‑site, hybrid roles

Benefits of a BioMarin Internship

• Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
• Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on‑the‑job experiences
• Comprehensive, value‑added project(s)
• Develop skills specific to your major
• Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business
• Participate in company all‑hands meetings, monthly community lunches
• Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on‑site gym, coffee truck, snacks
• Access to Employee Resource Groups

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $24 to $27 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.