Intern, Novato Supply Chain Operations at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc

Wayne State University; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hourly wage

Paid company holidays

Access to on-site gym

Corporate office amenities

Job summary

A biotechnology company is looking for a Supply Chain Operations intern in Novato. This paid internship lasts 10-12 weeks and offers students a chance to gain industry experience working alongside professionals on meaningful projects. Interns will focus on performance improvement and innovation in supply chain operations, requiring strong communication skills and an understanding of supply chain processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Candidate pursuing a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields.
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours a week.
• Currently enrolled as a full-time student or a recent graduate.

Responsibilities

• Support the entire Novato Supply Chain Operations department.
• Drive performance and innovation in the department.
• Creation and management of key performance indicators (KPI’s).
• Daily management system process improvements.

Skills

Understanding of basic commercial supply chain operations

Proficient written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, supply chain, operations management, or industrial engineering

Tools

Microsoft Power Platform tools (PowerBI, Power Apps, Power Automate)

Job description

Who We Are

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 a number of treatment modalities. 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 – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well‑understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first‑to‑market or 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 BioMarin’s 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 our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects.

The greater Supply Chain Operations (SCO) department is responsible for the site production planning and scheduling, operational readiness planning, warehouse operations, weigh and dispense operations, operational purchasing, Oracle recipe management, VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory), bulk drug shipping, as well as receipt, shipping, and transport of non‑GMP supplies and materials.

JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT

The SCO intern will support the entire Novato Supply Chain Operations department, with the primary task to drive the department forward with regard to performance (operational and financial) and innovation (new practices and technologies). A high level of initiative, energy and motivation are key requirements of success, as well as organizational skills. Areas of involvement will include the following:

• Creation and management of key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Daily management system process improvements
• Implementation and improvement of 5S programs
• Warehouse technology and innovation

Required Skills

• Understanding of basic commercial supply chain operations
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Desired Skills

• Ability to compile and interpret data for process optimization
• Proven ability to independently manage work, actions, and expectations
• Understanding and ability to work with Microsoft Power Platform tools (PowerBI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot studio)

Qualifications/Eligibility

• Candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, supply chain, operations management, or industrial engineering.
• 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 1 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‑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

Note: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

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 also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.