Intern, Device & Packaging Technologies

Biomarin Pharmaceutical • Novato, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need . We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About Technical Operations BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin's cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARY: The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 - 12 weeks our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects. The BioMarin Packaging and Device Technologies (P D T) department focuses on designing, implementing, and sustaining drug delivery platforms and packaging for pipeline and commercialized drug products. The design of the packaging and drug delivery platforms is driven by patient safety, pharmacokinetics, user experience, competitive market advantage, as well as local and global regulations. As part of the Device team, you will support hands-on laboratory testing , useability assessments, as well as documentation activities to support ongoing programs.

Requirements

• Basic laboratory techniques (sample preparation, measurements, data recording)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Basic Data Analysis (distribution fitting, outlier determination, tolerance intervals)
• Ability to write clear and concise technical protocols and reports
• Student currently pursuing a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Bioengineering
• Must be available to work full time , 40 hours a week.
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program .
• Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles.
• Some positions will be open to remote interns, but employee must be within United States borders.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab or JMP
• Experience using universal test equipment (Instron, Zwick, etc )
• Experience Solid Modeling and 3D Printing
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 211 & 820 as well as current Good Documentation and Manufacturing Practices

Responsibilities

• Test Method Development and Validation for combination products such as prefilled syringes (break loose/glide force, override force, delivered volume) and autoinjectors (injection time, delivered volume) and an intraventricular access kit (leak pressure, tensile strength, and port fatigue testing )
• Literature review and statistical analysis of user capability data to inform design input requirements (such as dexterity, strength, etc.)
• Assist with Design Control documentation per CFR 21 Part 820
• Assist with Root Cause Analysis for Product Complaints

Benefits

• Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
• Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
• Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
• Develop skills specific to your major.
• Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
• Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
• Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
• Access to Employee Resource Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees