Manufacturing Site Management Intern

Daiichi Sankyo; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Daiichi Sankyo is seeking a Manufacturing Site Management Intern for Summer 2027. This role supports a high-performing team overseeing monoclonal antibody manufacturing activities globally, contributing to the ADC pipeline and lifecycle management.

The ideal candidate is enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in Chemical Engineering, and will gain exposure to tech-transfer, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives within a global pharma environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate tech-transfer activities for new or existing processes to identified CMOs.
• Support site launches, risk assessments, and manufacturing campaigns (clinical, PPQ & commercial).
• Assist continuous improvement of manufacturing workflows to reduce cost and improve quality and efficiency.
• Maintain manufacturing performance dashboards and flag risks to the Integrated Risk Management committee.

Education

Chemical Engineering

Job description

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Site Management Intern for Summer 2027. This position works for approximately 37.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities

The position will support high-performing team that leads mAb manufacturing activities globally to feed into our Antibody-Drug-Conjugates (ADCs) pipeline. The intern will have an opportunity to work with senior scientific experts ensuring robust manufacturing performance across the product lifecycle.

• Facilitate coordination of tech-transfer activities of new or existing processes to the identified CMO(s).
• Work with Manufacturing Site Management Leads and Site Launch Team members supporting facility-fit risk assessments, overseeing clinical, PPQ & commercial manufacturing campaigns, timely resolution of complex deviations/investigations.
• Support continuous improvement of manufacturing and related workflows to reduce cost, improve quality and efficiency.
• Manage sites' routine manufacturing performance dashboards and highlight the associated risks to Integrated Risk Management (IRM) committee.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program, preferably in Chemical Engineering

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range

USD$17.23 - USD$58.15