Quality Assurance Intern – Commutable/Local Only

Austin Community College; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

Austin Community College is offering a Quality Assurance Intern position aimed at undergraduates pursuing degrees in Life Sciences or related fields. This paid internship, available through Project Onramp, is designed for residents within a commutable distance of Bridgewater, NJ.

The role involves responsibilities like document control, training coordination, and ensuring audit readiness, providing vital exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the biotech field.

Compensation is $20 per hour for the summer of 2026, and applicants must be Pell Grant recipients.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduates pursuing a degree in relevant fields.
• Basic understanding of GMP principles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formatting, proofreading, and standardizing documents.
• Support training assignments and maintain accurate records.
• Organize controlled records for audits and inspections.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices for data integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related STEM field

Job description

Quality Assurance Intern - Commutable/Local Only

This opportunity is available through Project Onramp, a program to help Pell‑granted undergraduates gain access to paid summer internships, industry mentors, and early career training in the Life Sciences sector and related industries. We are partnered with 100+ companies across the country, and have placed 1,000 students in summer internships since 2019. You can read more about us here.

PROJECT ONRAMP

THIS PROGRAM HAS NO COST TO STUDENTS. IT IS FREE.

Quality Assurance Intern

Applicants MUST permanently reside or ALREADY HAVE CONFIRMED HOUSING within a commutable distance of the facility. Housing/relocation is NOT provided.

• Duration: Summer 2026
• Compensation: $20.00 per hour

The Corporate Partner

Our Corporate Partner is a pioneering, well‑funded biotech firm operating the world’s first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO) for advanced cell therapies. By taking an Industry 4.0 approach and leveraging end‑to‑end automation, they are drastically lowering manufacturing costs and accelerating global patient access to life‑saving, living drugs. They are headquartered in California, with a brand‑new, commercial‑scale Smart Factory located in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

The Role

Our partner is seeking an innovative and highly motivated Quality Assurance Intern who is eager to gain hands‑on experience in a collaborative, fast‑paced startup environment. This individual will work cross‑functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Technical Operations teams to support the management and integrity of controlled documentation within an advanced manufacturing platform. The intern will gain direct exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), electronic document management systems (eDMS), and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Document Control & Lifecycle Management: Assist in formatting, proofreading, and standardizing SOPs, forms, and records templates. Help track document statuses (draft, review, effective, obsolete) and assist with official issuance, reconciliation, and archival activities.
• Training & Compliance Coordination: Support the assignment of training related to new or revised documents, track training completion, and help maintain accurate training records and logs.
• Audit Readiness & Record Operations: Support the scanning, filing, and physical/electronic organization of controlled records to ensure they are complete and compliant. Assist in the efficient retrieval of documents for upcoming audits and regulatory inspections.
• Data Integrity: Strictly follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) while maintaining confidentiality and data integrity across all quality systems.

Qualifications

• Education: Current undergraduates pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality Systems, or a related STEM field. Open to 2026 graduates.
• Technical Skills & Frameworks: A basic understanding of GMP principles and regulated environments (via coursework or prior internship) is highly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Core Competencies: Extreme attention to detail with an ability to identify documentation inconsistencies; strong organizational, time management, and cross‑functional communication skills; self‑awareness, integrity, and a growth mindset.
• Requirements: Must be a Pell Grant Recipient for the current academic year. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the Bridgewater, NJ facility.

How to Apply

• Verify Pell Grant Status: Submit a screenshot of the Pell Grant section from your Financial Aid portal for the 2025-26 school year. You may black out dollar amounts.
  
• Submit Documentation: Send the screenshot and your resume (saved as a PDF titled “First Name Last Name”) via Handshake message or directly to [e-mail].
  
• Virtual Intro Meeting: Once verified, you will be invited to a 30–35 minute video call to learn more about the Project Onramp program and share your background. This is a preliminary step.