2026 Summer Internship Program: Process Engineering Intern

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Job Description

The Process Engineering team in Round Lake, IL supports the supply of life-saving therapies by ensuring the efficient operation of manufacturing while improving process functionality. Our team is responsible for all processes applicable to the aseptic filling of sterile injectable IV bags. We evaluate, provide recommendations, and implement manufacturing process improvements and new equipment in areas of filling, visual inspection, and packaging. Our expertise drives innovation, quality and availability of our products to our patients.

The Process Engineering Intern will support initiatives crucial to modernizing the existing IV bag filling process. This role will make multiple contributions to the team on site and ultimately to our patients through full ownership of near-term deliverables and vital support to critical phases of ongoing projects.  The intern will drive deliverables by applying their technical knowledge and leveraging cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Manufacturing, Quality, and Maintenance.

How You Will Contribute:

As a Process Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to…

• Contribute to small and large CapEx projects with input to technical deliverables such as User Requirement Specifications and commissioning documents.

• Function as project manager on small projects, requiring the use of budgeting and procurement of materials, scheduling of project tasks, and the reporting of project milestones to leadership.

• Define creative solutions for our manufacturing processes that conform to transforming regulatory requirements.

•  Execute tests on manufacturing equipment to confirm that automation programming updates to the filling machines achieve the expected results.

• Perform root cause analysis of manufacturing equipment issues.

Internship Development Opportunities:

• This role will provide valuable experience in principles of how technology and manufacturing processes are deployed in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry.

• Exposure to fundamental business processes will offer insight into how pharma and other regulated organizations operate.

• There are plentiful opportunities to gain hands-on experience with highly automated equipment.

• This role will have impact on projects contributing to our mission of driving innovation and ensuring supply of life-saving therapies to patients.

• The intern will build valuable industry connections and receive mentorship from experienced professionals, setting the stage for future career opportunities.

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Fully Onsite (4+ days/week in office) out of the Round Lake, IL and Libertyville, IL locations.

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline.

• Interest or focus in pharmaceutical / biotech industry.

• Highly reliable, motivated and able to contribute with a high degree of independence.

• Technical writing proficiency with attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

For Location:

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

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