2027 Summer Intern: Product Development
About The Position
The OTC Product Development Intern joins a Haleon R&D team supporting over-the-counter consumer health products. The intern works alongside experienced scientists on a defined project and gains hands-on experience with the product development process, learning how ideas are developed into products that meet consumer needs. The internship is based in Richmond and requires in-office presence 4–5 days per week. It is a 12-week, full-time program requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, approximately 8 a.m.–5 p.m. The expected start date is June 2027. Candidates requiring relocation are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require future sponsorship; work authorization documentation will be required during the application process. Compensation is based on academic standing and degree program: Freshman $20.00/hour; Sophomore $22.50/hour; Junior $24.50/hour; Senior $26.00/hour; Master’s student (non-engineering) $28.00/hour; and Master’s student (engineering) $30.00/hour.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, Pharmacy, or another related science or engineering discipline.
- Some laboratory experience gained through coursework, undergraduate research, previous internships, or other hands-on scientific experience.
- Curiosity, motivation to learn, and comfort asking questions and receiving feedback.
- Strong attention to detail and an interest in hands-on scientific problem solving.
- Able to work full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, approximately 8 a.m.–5 p.m., for 12 weeks.
- Authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship in the future.
- Able to meet the designated-location requirement; the position is based in Richmond and requires in-office presence 4–5 days per week.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hands-on laboratory or undergraduate research experience.
- Experience maintaining an accurate laboratory notebook or scientific documentation.
- Basic understanding of scientific principles, experimental design, and data analysis.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety practices and PPE.
- Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn from challenges and feedback.
Responsibilities
- Support a defined product development project alongside scientists in the OTC R&D organization.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and assist with formulation and product development activities.
- Analyze experimental data and evaluate materials and products at different stages of development.
- Maintain clear and accurate laboratory documentation and notebooks.
- Learn and apply safe laboratory practices in a professional R&D environment.
- Work with a technical mentor and other scientists to troubleshoot challenges, ask questions, and identify next steps.
- Support scientific research and other activities contributing to ongoing product development projects.
- Summarize and communicate work, findings, and learnings through project updates and a final presentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
