Sample Collection QC Intern
About The Position
The Quality Intern will support key initiatives within Neogen Quality while gaining hands-on experience in a professional laboratory, manufacturing, or operational environment. Interns will apply classroom knowledge to real business challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop practical skills in quality systems, data analysis, problem-solving, and communication. Candidates may be considered for one of three internship opportunities based on academic background, interests, location, and business needs: Sample Collection Quality Intern Support a project and day-to-day activities related to sample collection processes. Potential focus areas may include reviewing workflows, observing and documenting process steps, evaluating data or trends, supporting standard work or procedure updates, and identifying opportunities to improve consistency, efficiency, traceability, and/or quality. Each intern will work on a structured project aligned with the needs of the assigned Quality team. The final project scope may be refined before the internship begins. Projects are intended to: Address a meaningful business need and support a current Quality priority Use data, observation, or structured problem-solving to develop insights and recommendations Be achievable within the summer internship timeframe Provide exposure to cross-functional collaboration Result in a final presentation, recommendation, or other practical deliverable
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Laboratory Science, Engineering, Quality, or a related field
- Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to analyze information, manage priorities, and follow through on assignments
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Interest in a career in Quality, laboratory operations, food safety, animal health, manufacturing, or a related field
- Coursework or experience involving laboratory methods, data analysis, statistics, quality systems, or process improvement
- Previous internship, research, project, or leadership experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Responsibilities
- Participate in departmental projects and day-to-day Quality activities
- Collect, organize, and analyze data; summarize findings clearly
- Review processes, procedures, or documentation and recommend improvements
- Conduct research and prepare reports, presentations, or project materials
- Participate in team meetings, project discussions, and learning activities
- Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Laboratory, and other cross-functional partners as appropriate
- Present project findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship
- Complete additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Professional development activities
- Networking opportunities
- Participation in intern events and learning sessions
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Career Level
Intern
