Intern - Quality Systems and Compliance

Bachem AG • Vista, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bachem's 10-week Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students a hands-on introduction to the pharmaceutical industry at one of the world’s leading, innovation‑driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptide and oligonucleotide based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and related products. Designed to provide meaningful, real-world experience, this program allows interns to apply academic knowledge in a collaborative, research-focused environment while working alongside experienced industry professionals. Throughout the internship, participants will contribute to impactful projects, build technical and professional skills, and gain insight into Bachem’s scientific excellence, quality-driven culture, and global operations. At Bachem, people are at the heart of innovation. The organization fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture where employees and interns alike are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare. The program will run 10 weeks. All selected interns will be required to obtain their own housing, travel, and transportation accommodations for the full duration of the internship program. The internship department is Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs.

Requirements

• High School diploma/certificate or equivalent
• Must be a currently enrolled student at an accredited college or university with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or later
• Minimum GPA 3.0 or higher
• Able to start on either May 26th or June 22nd
• Ability to complete the consecutive 10 week internship
• Must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Management System, or specialities in Medical Device or Biopharma Major preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of new trackers, spreadsheets and logs associated with quality system processes.
• Data gathering, analysis and follow ups of internal and customer related audit observations, and responses.
• Co-review of Annual product review reports.
• Creation of audit schedules and detailed plans.
• Review of audit reports and outcomes.
• Assist in process mapping of core quality system processes and revising internal SOP’s as part of process improvement initiatives.
• Learn about QMS inspection processes and support the audit group in those activities.
• Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees