2027 Spring Co-op Site Management Operations, Waltham, MA

Sanofi•Orlando, FL

2d•$27 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Spring Co-op in the Biologics Drug Product Development Group, supporting the US Vaccine R&D Site Operations team. The co-op will work directly with Site Management Operations Leads to assist with day-to-day site activities, operational initiatives, and cross-functional projects across US R&D facilities. This is an opportunity for students pursuing careers in pharmaceutical/biotech operations, life sciences, engineering, or related fields to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, GxP-regulated environment. Sanofi is an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. They focus on understanding the immune system and have an innovative pipeline to invent medicines and vaccines.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in one of the following fields: Life Sciences (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related)/ Chemical, Biochemical, or Engineering/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Operations Management, Supply Chain, or Business Administration/ Environmental Health & Safety or related discipline.
Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co-op/internship.
Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday to Friday for the full duration of the co-op/internship.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerBI/data visualization tools, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); SharePoint experience a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or project management platforms (Smartsheet, MS Project).
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Assist Site Management Operations Leads with tracking and coordinating ongoing site activities, action items, and deliverables.
Support the preparation and maintenance of site operational dashboards, metrics, and KPI reports.
Help monitor and follow up on open action items, corrective actions, and site commitments to ensure timely closure.
Collect, compile, and analyze operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Prepare summaries, presentations, and reports for site leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Support the development and maintenance of tracking tools (Excel, SharePoint, Power BI, or equivalent platforms).
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process maps.
Provide coordination support for site improvement initiatives, capital projects, and operational change management activities.
Track project milestones, timelines, and resource needs; flag risks or delays to Operations Leads.
Assist in preparing project charters, status updates, and stakeholder communications.
Assist with equipment maintenance tracking and scheduling, including coordination of planned and corrective maintenance activities.
Support facility maintenance coordination by helping to organize work orders, maintenance requests, and follow-up actions.
Help maintain equipment inventory and asset management records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of asset databases.
Assist with facility compliance documentation, including calibration records, equipment qualification documentation, and regulatory readiness materials.
Support preventive maintenance (PM) programs by tracking PM schedules, monitoring completion rates, and escalating overdue items to the Facilities and Equipment team.
Participate in cross-functional meetings with R&D, Engineering, Facilities, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs teams.
Serve as a liaison for information gathering and communication between site functions and Operations Leads.
Support the planning and execution of site events, town halls, and operational reviews.