Quality Engineering Internship (Undergraduate)

Biodesix, Inc.; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Biodesix is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern on-site in Louisville, CO for May 17 to August 6, 2027, committing 15 to 20 hours per week.

In this role you will help improve and modernize quality and materials management processes through AI-driven solutions, gain exposure to supplier management, materials management, quality systems, and process improvement, and contribute to projects that support compliance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Foundational coursework in engineering and life sciences; QA/design assurance is a plus.
• Basic understanding of scientific and engineering concepts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage project-based work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in AI tools, automation, or prompt engineering.
• Experience with generative AI tools or building AI prompts and workflows is preferred.
• Interest in quality systems, process improvement, manufacturing, or operations is preferred.
• Experience with data analysis, process mapping, or reporting tools is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support projects focused on improving Quality and Materials Management processes.
• Assist in developing AI agents and automation tools to improve operational workflows.
• Explore solutions for managing COAs, COCs, supplier information, and material tracking.
• Help develop processes for identifying material recalls and notification workflows.
• Analyze and trend Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMRs) and quality metrics.
• Learn supplier management and materials management processes; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Present recommendations, findings, and project outcomes to team members and key stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Written and verbal communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Process Engineering

Tools

Generative AI tools

AI prompts/workflows

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABOUT US:

Biodesix is a leading diagnostic solutions company, driven to improve clinical care and outcomes for patients. Biodesix Diagnostic Tests support clinical decisions to expedite personalized care and improve outcomes for patients with lung disease. Biodesix Development Services enable the world’s leading biopharmaceutical, life sciences, and research institutions with scientific, technological, and operational capabilities that fuel the development of diagnostic tests, tools, and therapeutics. Our Mission: Transform patient care and improve outcomes through personalized diagnostics that are timely, accessible, and address immediate clinical needs. Our Vision: A world where patient diseases are conquered with the guidance of personalized diagnostics. For more information, please visit www.biodesix.com

LOCATION:

On-Site in Louisville, CO

PROGRAM DATES:

May 17 to August 6, 2027

TIME COMMITMENT:

15 to 20 hours per week

THE ROLE

As a Quality Engineering Intern, you'll help improve and modernize quality and materials management processes through the use of AI-driven solutions. You'll gain exposure to supplier management, materials management, quality systems, and process improvement while contributing to projects that support operational efficiency and compliance. Throughout the summer, you'll apply engineering and problem-solving skills to develop tools that help automate and streamline quality processes.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support projects focused on improving Quality and Materials Management processes.
• Assist in developing AI agents and automation tools to improve operational workflows.
• Explore solutions for managing Certificates of Analysis (COAs), Certificates of Conformance (COCs), supplier information, and material tracking.
• Help develop processes for identifying material recalls and notification workflows.
• Analyze and trend Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMRs) and quality metrics.
• Learn supplier management and materials management processes; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Present recommendations, findings, and project outcomes to team members and key stakeholders.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Process Engineering.
• Foundational coursework in engineering and life sciences. Additional coursework in quality assurance and design assurance are a plus.
• Basic understanding of scientific and engineering concepts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage project-based work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in AI tools, automation, or prompt engineering.
• Experience using generative AI tools, automation, or building AI prompts and workflows, preferred.
• Interest in quality systems, process improvement, manufacturing, or operations, preferred.
• Experience with data analysis, process mapping, or reporting tools, preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Hands-on experience supporting quality and materials management initiatives in a regulated environment.
• Exposure to supplier management, quality systems, and operational processes.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation technologies to solve business challenges.
• Opportunities to develop analytical thinking, process improvement, and project management skills.
• Mentorship from quality and engineering professionals.

COMPENSATION

Undergraduate Rate: $19.00 per hour

DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 11, 2026

Biodesix is 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, disability, or veteran status.