Associate Degree - Manufacturing intern/co-op

Regeneron • Rensselaer, IN

27d • Onsite

About The Position

If you’re a student pursuing an Associate Degree in Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related majors, you may be a fit for an intern role in our Global Manufacturing Department of the Industrial Operations and Product Supply organization. This department is at the heart of Regeneron Operations and successful candidates will become familiar with and obtain specific beginner level training and gain practical work experience in drug manufacturing. An extension of the internship at Regeneron, this is a paid part time position which takes place during the summer and extends as a co-op through the fall semester. Successful completion of this program can lead to full-time employment with Regeneron. To qualify for this program, you must be willing and available to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer months and at least 10 hours per week during the fall semester. The identified candidate will perform tasks necessary to support manufacturing processing and Drug Production Manufacturing Specialists, work as part of a team to support operations to maintain equipment, equipment set up, overall cleanliness, and inventory, and seek to understand and develop proficiency in a wide range of processes or procedures at a beginner level. All higher-level training is performed utilizing non-GMP materials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide support for Drug Production Manufacturing Specialists in a mix of manual and automated equipment such as washers and stainless-steel vessels according to applicable procedures based on training and operator level interactions without product. Ensure raw material stock levels are maintained. Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained, and prepared to continue operation. Perform cleaning activities in support of line clearance. Provide assistance to Drug Production Manufacturing Specialists as they perform routine sampling. Complete logbook entries in accordance with cGMP standards and compliant with written procedure. Complete training and follow appropriate gowning requirements for controlled and/or classified work areas. Ensure all tasks are performed in a manner consistent with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) SOPs (standard operating procedures) and safety standards. Maintain proper documentation of all training. Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 lbs. Education and Experience: Must be enrolled in, or accepted into an academic program pursuing an Associate Degree. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing environment and familiarity with cGMP processes preferred. Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrates strong interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, negotiation and has a high emotional IQ. Exhibits confidence and strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness. Gains understanding from provided instructions and works towards established goals. Understands and listens to team members and stakeholders’ needs while supporting a positive team environment. Supports the development and maintenance of a diverse and inclusive environment. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter. Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, Fast Company’s Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020, and Forbes JUST companies in 2020, among others.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in, or accepted into an academic program pursuing an Associate Degree.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing environment and familiarity with cGMP processes preferred.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, negotiation and has a high emotional IQ.
• Exhibits confidence and strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Gains understanding from provided instructions and works towards established goals.
• Understands and listens to team members and stakeholders’ needs while supporting a positive team environment.
• Supports the development and maintenance of a diverse and inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing environment and familiarity with cGMP processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for Drug Production Manufacturing Specialists in a mix of manual and automated equipment such as washers and stainless-steel vessels according to applicable procedures based on training and operator level interactions without product.
• Ensure raw material stock levels are maintained.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained, and prepared to continue operation.
• Perform cleaning activities in support of line clearance.
• Provide assistance to Drug Production Manufacturing Specialists as they perform routine sampling.
• Complete logbook entries in accordance with cGMP standards and compliant with written procedure.
• Complete training and follow appropriate gowning requirements for controlled and/or classified work areas.
• Ensure all tasks are performed in a manner consistent with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) SOPs (standard operating procedures) and safety standards.
• Maintain proper documentation of all training.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 lbs.

Benefits

• health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance)
• fitness centers
• 401(k) company match
• family support benefits
• equity awards
• annual bonuses
• paid time off
• paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree