Manufacturing Solutions & Innovation Intern

AstraZeneca; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc is seeking rising juniors and seniors for a 12-week internship at their Gaithersburg, MD site from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027. The role focuses on digitalization, tracking, and process-flow diagram automation within a collaborative, cross-functional team.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, Data Science or Computer Science with strong analytical and coding skills (Python, C++, Java).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, Data Science or Computer Science.
• Expected graduation date after August 2027.
• US Work Authorization required at time of application; CPT not supported.

Responsibilities

• Participate in digitalization efforts within the group.
• Update daily task tracker, campaign task tracker and create associated team matrix.
• Create an automated process flow diagram for new campaign introduction using the existing tools.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

API data retrieval

SQL

Tools

Excel

Visio

Smartsheet

Power BI

Job description

We are looking for rising juniors and seniors studying Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, Data Science or Computer Science for a 12-week internship role at our site in Gaithersburg, MD from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

Position Description

• Participate in digitalization efforts within the group.
• Update daily task tracker, campaign task tracker and create associated team matrix.
• Create an automated process flow diagram for new campaign introduction using the existing tools.

Position Requirements

• Rising juniors and seniors studying Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, Data Science or Computer Science.
• Basic understanding of cGMP manufacturing practice is preferred.
• Intermediate software exposure to Excel, Visio, Smartsheet and PowerBl is a plus.
• Intermediate coding skills such as Python, C++, Java and API data retrieval or SQL are also a plus.
• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2027.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
• This role will not be granting CPT support.
• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD site 3 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
• Compensation: $37 - $39 per hour.

Date Posted

30-Oct-2026

Closing Date

19-Nov-2026

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