Process Quality Engineering Intern

THE RITEDOSE CORPORATION

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Quality Engineering internship provides a hands-on learning experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing, focusing on how engineering principles are applied to ensure safe, compliant, and effective drug products. The intern will leverage classroom knowledge to support selected responsibilities typically performed by a Process Quality Engineer, scaled appropriately for an internship role. Through guided participation in real projects, the intern will learn how quality engineers support manufacturing processes, investigate issues, analyze trends, and contribute to a continuous state of control in a regulated environment.

Requirements

• Progressing toward a bachelor degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related STEM field
• Attention to detail with strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Research industry regulations and guidance (21 CFR 211, FDA, ICH) applied to manufacturing processes.
• Assist with process evaluations in areas such as cleanroom facilities, drug product formulation, Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) manufacturing, and pharmaceutical packaging.
• Assist in deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities under guidance from Quality Engineering staff.
• Review case studies and real-time manufacturing events to understand common quality challenges and effective mitigation strategies.
• Collect and analyze process data using basic statistical tools to identify trends.
• Compile findings into clear, structured, and visually engaging formats (e.g. process maps, checklists, diagrams, or presentations).
• Present analysis and project outcomes to supervisors and cross-functional team members.
• Work alongside Quality, Operations, Engineering, Validation, and Development teams to gain exposure to cross-functional decision-making in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern