Spring MSAT Co-Op

Boehringer Ingelheim; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim in St. Joseph, MO is seeking a talented Intern to join the Site Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department.

You will work on projects related to manufactured biological products, gaining exposure to vaccine, protein and antibody processes in animal health. The role offers hands-on experience in bioprocess experiments, equipment setup, data generation, and compliant documentation, with training across BI standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
• Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
• GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Pursuing a degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist with projects related to existing products for Operations by conducting experiments to evaluate materials, optimize processes, and confirm results from small to large scale.
• Prepare, set up, and execute equipment, growth parameters, medium/buffer selection, and qualification of new equipment; maintain equipment in operational status.
• Investigate bioprocess methodologies and support innovative approaches for further characterizations of products.
• Operate in a compliant manner with documentation guidelines and current SOPs; complete BI, site, departmental, and bioprocess training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Statistical analysis

Education

Pursuing chemical or mechanical engineering degree

GPA 3.0 or higher preferred

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Site Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department located at our St. Joseph, MO. As an Intern, you will work on projects on manufactured biological products (vaccine, proteins, antibodies, etc.). The candidate will gain exposure and knowledge about the manufacturing processes for animal health.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees

Description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Site Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department located at our St. Joseph, MO. As an Intern, you will work on projects on manufactured biological products (vaccine, proteins, antibodies, etc.). The candidate will gain exposure and knowledge about the manufacturing processes for animal health.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with working on projects related to existing products for Operations by conducting experiments to evaluate, raw material selection, optimization, robustness, and confirmation from small to large scale
• Preparation, set up, and execution of equipment, growth parameters, medium/buffer selection, and qualification of new equipment. Maintain equipment and ensure it is kept in operational status
• Investigate and share knowledge in bioprocess methodologies. Support innovative approaches for further characterizations of existing products
• Operate in a compliant manner at all times with respect to documentation guidelines and current SOP’s related to experimentation, reporting data, and training. Proactively complete all training for BI, site, department, and bioprocess function training

Requirements

• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op
• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred
• Major or minor in related field of co-op
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university
• Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university
• Pursuing a degree in a chemical, mechanical engineering field or equivalent

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

• Conduct experiments and generation of reports for studies and treats all data with a high level of accuracy, integrity, and ethics
• Good organization skills and communicator
• Have the desire to learn
• Statistical analysis tools and experience

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com