Quality Control Laboratory Associate Apprentice Program, US, 2027

GSK • King of Prussia, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

GSK’s Quality Control Laboratory Associate Apprentice Program is a full-time, entry-level opportunity for high school graduates and community college students to begin a career while studying toward a fully funded associate degree. Apprentices receive paid, hands-on training and attend college part-time while working at a GSK biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The program includes a personal training program and rotation through departments with guidance from in-house experts. The expected start date is September 2027. Candidates must be willing to enroll in and meet the entry requirements of a partnering community college or technical institution for the preferred related course, and must live within a 60-minute daily commute of both the GSK worksite and partner institution.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency diploma by June 2027.
• High school GPA of 2.5 (“B”) or above on a 4.0 scale.
• High school Algebra and Geometry, or two equivalent units of academic math, with a GPA of 2.5 or above in each case.
• High school English with a GPA of 2.5 or above.
• High school Biology and Chemistry with a GPA of 2.5 or above.
• Must have 0–30 college credits.
• Written and spoken fluency in English.
• Must be at least 18 years old by August 1, 2027.
• Less than two years of related work experience since graduating from high school.
• If offered a position, must be willing to enroll in and meet entry requirements at one of GSK’s partner community colleges or technical institutions for the preferred related instruction course.
• Must live within a 60-minute commute of the GSK worksite and partner community college, by public transportation or driving, and commute daily.

Nice To Haves

• Studied AP Biology or Chemistry in high school.
• Studied more than one life science.
• Studied high school Physics.
• Studied high school Pre-Calculus.
• Studied engineering, technology, robotics, shop, or other STEM-related high school courses.

Responsibilities

• Develop hands-on mechanical, electrical, control, and instrumentation skills.
• Learn how to maintain production equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns.
• Assist with the design, installation, and testing of new equipment.
• Operate consistently in alignment with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Maintain and calibrate equipment to support accurate and precise results and continual production.
• Identify ways to improve the safety, efficiency, and quality of manufacturing processes.
• Rotate through departments and participate in on-the-job training while studying toward an associate degree.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• Access to healthcare and well-being programs.
• Savings programs, including 401(k).
• Time off and childcare support.
• Employee recognition programs.
• On-the-job experience and formal and informal training and development through coaching, mentoring, and formal training programs.
• Fully funded college education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED