2027 Future Talent Program - Vivarium - Intern
About The Position
The Future Talent Program offers internships lasting up to 12 weeks, with one or more projects, in the Research and Development Division. Laboratory Animals Resources (LAR) supports advancement of drug candidates by helping define the nonclinical safety and selectivity of lead compounds. Its work includes collaborative research in animal model development, veterinary medicine and animal care, research facility management, and responses to regulatory questions supporting drug registration. Under the general supervision of a Director/Sr. Director and Vivarium Managers, interns will be exposed to the specialized Vivarium program for a variety of laboratory animal species at the company's Research Laboratories. Activities will be appropriate to the candidate's degree and may include assisting with clinical cases, monitoring infectious diseases, coordinating husbandry, and aspects of personnel management. Interns are expected to collaborate on ongoing in vivo drug discovery and development projects, assist with special projects that advance laboratory animal care or use in line with research requirements, and prepare and present a final report on their training and research experience. The position is located in West Point, Pennsylvania. Candidates must be available for 10–12 weeks beginning May 2027. The role is an Intern/Co-op fixed-term position, with no relocation or travel required. The shift is first shift (day).
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Veterinary Medical program or pursuing an AS, BS, or MS in Animal Science, Biology, Pharmacology, or a relevant discipline.
- Available for 10–12 weeks beginning May 2027.
Nice To Haves
- ALAT certification.
- In vivo laboratory experience.
- In vivo husbandry experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the specialized Vivarium program for a variety of laboratory animal species.
- Assist with clinical cases and monitor infectious diseases.
- Coordinate husbandry and aspects of personnel management.
- Collaborate with ongoing in vivo drug discovery and development projects.
- Assist with special projects that advance laboratory animal care or use in accordance with research requirements.
- Prepare and present a final report on the training and research experience.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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