Undergrad Co-op - Integrated Pest Management - Facilities & Engineering

Amgen • Juncos, PR

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About The Position

Amgen is offering an undergraduate co-op beginning in January 2027 at its Puerto Rico End-to-End Manufacturing Site. The co-op student will support the Facilities and Engineering department and its Pest Control/Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, gaining practical experience through on-the-job training and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The student will conduct structured field assessments around selected AML buildings to document outdoor conditions that may affect pest activity, such as soil and drainage conditions, water accumulation, trees, and ornamental vegetation. The role also involves gathering and organizing field observations and project information, assisting with assessment methods and tools as approved, and working with program partners and stakeholders to review findings and identify prevention opportunities.

The student will prepare maps, inventories, technical summaries, a final report, presentations, and recommendations outlining prioritized observations and next steps. The co-op is expected to work full time and remain enrolled at an accredited college or university after completing the program. The opportunity is for a period of six months to one year, based on program flexibility. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of the program; sponsorship for future full-time roles is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university, with a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent.
• Expected to have completed at least two years of study in Soil Science, Entomology, Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Horticulture, and/or Crop Protection before the co-op begins.
• Expected to remain enrolled in an accredited college or university following the co-op program.
• Available to work a full-time schedule.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of the program.
• Willing to conduct occasional outdoor fieldwork in varying weather and site conditions while following applicable safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 3.20 or higher.
• Flexibility to participate in the program for six months up to one year.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience with field data collection or environmental inspections.
• Basic plant, insect, or soil identification skills.
• Experience maintaining organized field notes, photographs, sample records, or chain-of-custody documentation.
• Strong teamwork orientation, organizational skills, and basic project management experience, including completion and follow-up.
• Engagement in extracurricular activities or leadership roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and strong technical writing abilities.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to meet key milestones and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured field assessments around selected AML buildings to identify outdoor conditions that may influence pest activity.
• Document soil and drainage conditions, water accumulation, trees, ornamental vegetation, and other relevant environmental factors.
• Gather, organize, and document field observations and related project information.
• Assist with appropriate assessment methods and tools based on project needs and approvals.
• Collaborate with the F&E Pest Control/IPM Program, Facilities, Landscaping, EHS, Security, service providers, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Review findings with project partners to identify potential risks and opportunities for prevention.
• Prepare maps, inventories, technical summaries, a final report, and a presentation of prioritized observations and recommended next steps.
• Prepare summaries, presentations, and recommendations for stakeholder review.
• Use AI and other technology tools to help improve operational efficiency and productivity.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs.

Benefits

• Professional and personal growth and well-being support.
• Opportunity to build a network of colleagues.
• Executive and social networking events, team-building activities, and workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern