Quality Assurance & Control Summer Internships

AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca

Quality Assurance
Multiple locations
Posted on Nov 13, 2024

We are seeking sophomore and junior students majoring in biological sciences, computer science, engineering, or a related field for a 10-Week Student Intern role to be working on a nationwide team with 5 openings in Frederick, MD for a June 2nd - August 8th contract period.

Position Duties:

The below Quality project teams will be hosting interns this Summer:


Quality Assurance & Data Science:

  • Work on projects related to data analytics and any projects assigned by the quality department
  • Learn to utilize company tools and resources to meet goals set by the quality system team
  • Learn and develop with a highly motivated team environment in areas of operational excellence.
  • Additional work may be provided to gain insights into activities executed under the quality organizations ranging from Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, and Quality Validation

Quality Control Microbiology:

  • Execute endotoxin study
  • Perform data analysis of data generated
  • Support QC Microbiology personnel

Quality Control Analytics:

  • Manage bioburden validation project by tracking progress and communicating status
  • Perform bioburden validation testing throughout the campaign
  • Organize data generated from project and format for reporting

Quality Control Information Systems:

  • Participation in a project to automate lab processes in a digital Laboratory Execution System (LES).
  • Support the team in creation of methods, data queries, use if AI, and general process improvements.
  • Assist with other Information system projects, such as upgrades, segregated network and static data management.


Position Requirements:

  • Undergraduate sophomore and junior students majoring in biological sciences, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
  • **Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2025.
  • Coding and computer programming skills such as python and SQL are a plus
  • MS Office Proficiency Required.
  • PowerBI or similar dashboard management experiences is a plus
  • General Lab skills such as pipetting, aseptic technique, vortexing, and sample preparation
  • Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
  • US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
  • Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa (e.g., CPT, H1-B, F-1 (OPT), TN, or other non-immigrant status). This role will not be providing CPT/OPT support.
  • Ability to report onsite to Frederick, MD 5 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance, and local candidates will be prioritized.
  • Minimum grade point average of 3.0

Date Posted

12-Nov-2024

Closing Date

05-Dec-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.