Merck Internships Spring 2023 - Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Merck Associate Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Description:

This position provides support for the control system software and hardware for the various manufacturing areas at the site. This typically involves managing several challenging projects. The Associate Manufacturing Automation Engineer will be paired with a more experienced Automation Engineer who will oversee their work as well as their development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply their enthusiasm and technical skills as a member of a multidisciplinary team supporting the operation of pharmaceutical product manufacturing facilities.

This internship starts on January 3, 2023 and extends through Summer, 2023. It is a paid, 6-month internships at the Elkton, VA site utilizing a hybrid work situation. The internship will require working 15-20 hours per week during the Spring, 2023 semester and 40 hours per week during Summer 2023.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with providing automation support for various manufacturing systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers, Distributed Control Systems and Original Equipment Manufacturer platforms.
• Must be willing to work closely with various site and central groups in order to ensure control systems are designed, implemented and maintained in a manner to ensure manufacturing requirements are met
• Designing solutions to ensure quality and stability of automation systems through future expansions, replacements, or upgrades.
• Using technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and information technology systems.
• Developing an understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicates daily with operation, technical, and quality representatives within area of support through the tier process.
• Periodically reviews automation documents, performs preventive maintenance, and revises or develops automation Standard Operating Procedures.
• Develops and supports corrective actions associated with automation related deviations/investigations
• Communicates periodically with immediate supervisor about the status of area of responsibility
• On the floor trouble shooting support of manufacturing activities
• Maintains all system life cycle documentation
• Responsibilities will potentially include providing automation support on various shifts and remote off-hour coverage support for trouble calls.

Application Instructions:

The application requires the following PDF documents, which you will submit with the application form.

1. A letter of interest detailing the opportunity you are applying for, your relevant coursework and skills, what you hope to gain from the experience, and how it will help you achieve your short and long-term career goals.
2. Professional resume detailing past work experience, especially anything relevant to this position.
3. JMU Unofficial Transcript.

Application deadline: Monday October 31 at 5 pm.

Apply at the following link: https://jmu.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=fDD3RmSnJRYECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D

Merck Internships - Summer 2022

 Paid Internships at Merck's Elkton, VA Manufacturing Facility

ASSOCIATE MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Description:
This position provides support for the control system software and hardware for the various manufacturing areas at the site. This typically involves managing several challenging projects. The Associate Manufacturing Automation Engineer will be paired with a more experienced Automation Engineer who will oversee their work as well as their development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply their enthusiasm and technical skills as a member of a multidisciplinary team supporting the operation of pharmaceutical product manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with providing automation support for various manufacturing systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers , Distributed Control Systems and Original Equipment Manufacturer platforms.
• Must be willing to work closely with various site and central groups in order to ensure control systems are designed, implemented and maintained in a manner to ensure manufacturing requirements are met
• Designing solutions to ensure quality and stability of automation systems through future expansions, replacements, or upgrades.
• Using technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and information technology systems.
• Developing an understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Communicates daily with operation, technical, and quality representatives within area of support through the tier process.
• Periodically reviews automation documents, performs preventive maintenance, and revises or develops automation Standard Operating Procedures.
• Develops and supports corrective actions associated with automation related deviations/investigations
• Communicates periodically with immediate supervisor about the status of area of responsibility
• On the floor trouble shooting support of manufacturing activities
• Maintains all system life cycle documentation
• Responsibilities will potentially include providing automation support on various shifts and remote off-hour coverage support for trouble calls.

MERCK PRODUCTION SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Description:

• Partner with Manufacturing and Support organizations to develop and maintain a sustainable lean manufacturing environment driven by an engaged workforce.
• Prioritize, align and integrate use of various tools & strategies to analyze and standardize process, material and information management in support of manufacturing value streams and effectively transfer required mindsets, behaviors and skills into the organization.
• Partner with the production teams on the shop floor to identify sources & eliminate issues and develop trust through standardized communication tools.
• Incorporate continuous improvement skills through the framework of Merck Production System, resulting in sustainability & realization of intended people and business benefit.
• Optimize existing processes to achieve improvements in process quality, yield and efficiency.

Both internship opportunities will start on July 5, 2022 and extend through the Fall 2022 semester. The internships will require working 40 hours per week during Summer 2022, and about 15-20 hours per week during the Fall 2022 semester, with some flexibility.

The application requires the following PDF documents:

1.  A letter of interest detailing the opportunity you are applying for, your relevant coursework and skills, what you hope to gain from the experience, and how it will help you achieve your short and long-term career goals.
2. Professional resume detailing past work experience, especially anything relevant to this position.
3.  JMU Unofficial Transcript.

and the completion of the application form (with PDF document upload) at this link: https://jmu-merck-summer-fall-2022.questionpro.com/. Please note that while you can go back and forth while completing the survey, you must complete the entire survey in one sitting.

Applications are due Friday April 15 at 5 pm.

Microbiologist Intern, Harrisonburg, Summer 2022

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Summer Microbiologist Intern to work in the microbiology laboratories at the Harrisonburg Regional Animal Health Laboratory. Duties include assisting in a wide range of microbiological testing techniques, including the testing of raw milk and related dairy products to detect the presence of harmful bacteria, antibiotic residues and adulterated products, the non-regulatory analysis of milk samples for protein, fats, solids, lactose and other parameters, microbiological testing of water samples, aerobic and anaerobic microbiological culturing, and sensitivity testing of isolates as needed. The intern will also assist in the performance of a variety of serological testing, prepare a wide variety of culture media, and help conduct quality control testing on media and culture practices. The selected student will work collaboratively, as a team member, and assist with other related laboratory procedures as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Current enrollment in a microbiology, biology, or a closely related scientific degree program is required. Other qualifications include knowledge of microbiological and laboratory procedures, techniques and methods used to carry out examinations with an emphasis on diagnostic bacteriology; and knowledge of general safety procedures necessary in a clinical laboratory. Exceptional oral/written and customer service skills and the ability to follow oral and written directions with precision and accuracy; to work independently; and to develop logical conclusions and to work collaboratively within a team environment is essential. Testing formats required precision, manual dexterity and visual acuity. School coursework, including laboratory sessions, indicating possession of the preceding knowledge & abilities may substitute.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a veterinary or medical clinical laboratory providing some microbiology duties as well as experience performing customer service duties.

Pay: $13.63/hour

Application Close Date: 3/22/2022

Special Requirements: A cover letter stating why you are interested in this internship as well as a copy of your transcripts and current class schedule are required in order to be considered and should be attached to your state application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Applicants invited to interview will be asked to bring a letter of recommendation from a school official or professor.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/271674

Bioinformatics Intern at ATCC

The Associate Biologist Summer Intern Program provides students with an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge ATCC projects that support scientific and break-through research, improving the health of global populations. Program participants will:

• Gain exposure to the biotechnology industry, by working in a biological facility and laboratory
• Gain insight into product development, government contract work, or commercial services
• Gain practical experience through collaboration and mentorship with seasoned and well respected biotech scientist and business professionals
• Network and socialize with bright-minded budding biologists

Program Dates: June 3rd - August 9th. To maximize the learning opportunity, students should plan to work for the duration of the summer program.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively write scripts to automate Next-Generation Sequencing instrument data transfer between Windows and Linux servers, and collate associated metadata.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure scripts meet quality standards.
• Help in the design and creation of a relational database for next generation sequencing metadata.
• Develop a data visualization dashboard using R Shiny or a related data science web app publishing platform.
• Follow SOPs and procedures, accurate documentation and presentation of data.

Qualifications
Program Qualifications:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Rising 3rd or 4th Year Undergraduate, enrolled in an accredited university and working toward a degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, computer engineering or a related science.
• Must meet one of the Deemed Export Control Rules as: A citizen or national of the United States; person lawfully admitted for permanent residence (a holder of a Form I-551 or “green card”); person admitted as a refugee; person granted asylum; or temporary resident granted amnesty under the 1986 legalization program.  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Major or minor in computer science / related major preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks that require accuracy, attention-to-detail, and technical proficiency.
• Advanced general computing skills.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems, especially via command line interface
• Coursework or practical experience scripting in one of the following: R, Python, Bash, or a related scripting language(s).
• Coursework or practical experience with relational databases and SQL; familiarity with database visualization.
• Familiarity with Next-Generation Sequencing data or large sequencing analyses or datasets.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://careers-atcc.icims.com/jobs/2249/associate-biologist-intern---bioinformatics/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board&iisn=Indeed&mobile=false&width=1066&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Biochemistry Internship at X-Chem Pharmaceuticals

X-Chem Pharmaceuticals applies its innovative DNA-encoded library technology discovery capabilities to the generation of novel small molecule therapeutics. As a summer intern in the Protein Biochemistry group at X-Chem Pharmaceuticals, you will have opportunities to learn about our science, receive training in our standard protocols, and work in the lab on business-critical projects.

Program Objectives:

• Learn and execute various biochemical assays to determine small molecule potency.
• Become familiar with and conduct multiple protein quantification techniques.
• Accurately analyze and record experimental data into the X-Chem database.
• Keep precise records of daily work in lab notebook.
• Present experimental data and analysis to project teams, group, and company.

Requirements:

• Eligible candidate must be interested in drug discovery and major in Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Laboratory experience is essential. Candidates with enriching experience will be preferred.

For more information or to apply, please visit: http://www.x-chemrx.com/careers/

Cell Biology Internship at X-Chem Pharmaceuticals

The Opportunity:
This position is for an internship in the cell biology group at X-Chem. The candidate will be
working closely with and learning from scientists who have been working in the
biotech/pharmaceutical industry for several years. This internship will allow the candidate to
learn basic scientific techniques and experimental design along with training them to be a team
player and be innovative. The intern will have an exciting research project, and will work
alongside scientists and other interns in a biology lab supporting target validation and drug
discovery projects.

Program Objectives:

Learn and execute various cell culture based experiments to evaluate targets in our portfolio
Become familiar with and conduct multiple experiments including but not limited to Western
blotting, protein quantification and cell viability assays
Accurately analyze and record experimental data into the X-Chem database
Keep precise records of daily work in lab notebook
Present experimental data and analysis to project teams, group, and company

Requirements:
The candidate must have taken courses in biological sciences or related field and should be
interested in doing lab based research. Prior hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture is a
must. Please indicate in your cover letter your functional area of interest and what kind of
research would be exciting to you.

For more information or to apply, please visit: http://www.x-chemrx.com/careers/

Summer Internships at Novozymes

When you join Novozymes as a summer intern, you will work on projects that give you first-hand experience of what it’s like to work in the biotechnology industry. To realize your full potential, you’ll be supported by both a mentor and colleagues who share the same goals and ambitions as you. This is your chance to participate in projects that will help you stand out from your peers.

Summer Internship Program Overview
Internships last for 12 weeks and require a 40 hour per week commitment. This is a non-exempt/hourly position based on the rate of $15/hour. 2019 summer internships will start in June when the Spring academic term has been completed. To be considered for a summer internship in 2019, you must have Junior/Senior university class standing by Fall 2019, and you must apply for the internship by May 15th. Recent graduates may also apply.

We will hire 3-4 interns in 2019. Interns will be assigned to work directly with a researcher in one of the following areas:

• Molecular Biology
• Molecular Genomics
• Protein Chemistry
• Microbiology and Microbial Physiology (areas of specialization include Robotics Screening and Fermentation).

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS degree program for Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or related concentration
• Hands-on laboratory experience, including use of analytical equipment
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

To apply, visit us at: www.novozymes.com/careers

Company Description
Novozymes is the global market leader in biological solutions which include enzymes and microorganisms used in more than 30 different industries including biofuels, household care, agriculture and animal health to name a few. Together with our customers, partners and the global community, we improve industrial performance while preserving the planet’s resources and helping build better lives. The enzymes and microorganisms that we find in nature make everyday products more sustainable by facilitating: higher production output; raw material, water and energy savings; and/or reducing waste streams as well as reducing greenhouse gases.

Please apply no later than May 15, 2019.
Novozymes will hire summer interns as temporary employees through our payroll partner.

Novozymes, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Protein Engineering Internships at Chakrabarti Advanced Technology - NJ

Chakrabarti Advanced Technology (CAT) is the technology development and basic research arm of the global chemicals and pharmaceutical conglomerate PMC Group, Inc, and is comprised of Divisions of Fundamental and Applied Research.), The founder of CAT (AB Harvard, PhD Princeton) was formerly Professor of Chemical Engineering at Purdue University and then Carnegie Mellon University and is currently the Managing Director of PMC Group International. CAT’s research focuses on the application of systems engineering methods to molecular engineering problems ranging from high-throughput enzyme design to the control of quantum molecular dynamics.

CAT is seeking 2 interns for Summer 2019 at its headquarters in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The internship program will be for a duration of 4 weeks in June or July for college going students. A stipend of $2,500 will be awarded for the internship. The students will be exposed to cutting-edge research problems in science and engineering, and the internship is intended to make them passionate about a future career working on next-generation problems that represent major challenges facing the world. In particular, the internship focuses on the area of high-throughput protein engineering (a type of genetic engineering) that constitutes an important part of PMC Group’s pharmaceutical chemistry initiatives. Interns will work with the team on the application of such genetic engineering techniques to industrial enzymes, enzymes for DNA biotechnology, and peptide drugs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist senior scientists with high-throughput protein engineering work. The methods include generation and screening of protein libraries using a variety of state-of-the-art techniques.
• Assist senior scientists with targeted literature search using online library databases to download scientific publications and patents.
• Assist senior scientists with any needed outsourcing of experiments through contract research organizations (CROs), describing the needed experiments to the CROs and obtaining quotes for pricing.

To Apply: Only undergraduate students eligible

(a) Your current curriculum vitae (CV), (b) a cover letter describing how your background to date makes you a suitable candidate for these positions, and (c) request for application form.

To apply, please visit: https://www.indeed.com/q-Biotechnology-Summer-Intern-Program-jobs.html?vjk=c369ce5c20df3426

Summer Research Internship in Plant Science/Molecular Biology

Are you looking for an opportunity to further your development and work on solutions to current scientific challenges in the field of agricultural research (plant science/molecular biology)? 

Come join us at the KWS Gateway Research Center in St. Louis, MO where we work to strengthen our position in the global plant research community and be an integral part of the KWS network of breeding stations and research activities. 

We are seeking to recruit a Summer Research Intern on a temporary basis, providing valuable hands-on experience and training in a highly functional plant science research laboratory while also welcoming your passion and willingness to contribute to our solution-finding processes

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Learn how to conduct research according to procedure and with accuracy. 
• Contribute to data analysis and method development. 
• Learn how to create and maintain accurate and specific experimental records and perform data analysis on results.
• Promote and maintain clean, organized work areas, including cleaning and maintaining laboratory supplies.
• Identify problems and propose solutions based on your training.
• Work effectively as part of a highly collaborative global research team.
• Comply with all company policies and state and federal guidelines. 
• Ensure Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines, Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
• Meet attendance requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma
• Completed or enrolled in a Bio science Technology Certificate program and/or enrolled in college pursuing the field of science with an emphasis on Plant Science, Biotechnology or similar field. 
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing the field of the Biotechnology research.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional passion for science and the research industry.
• Ability to communicate results and instructions clearly, and write lab notes and scientific documentation clearly, concisely and accurately in English. 
• Currently authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, read, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9ae16863-f6bd-4582-b219-ae07229df5b9&jobId=281437&source=IN

Summer Intern, Microbiome Drug Product Development

Assembly Biosciences (NASDAQ symbol ASMB) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing two innovative platform programs: a Hepatitis B-Cure program consisting of a new class of oral therapeutic candidates for the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and a novel class of oral synthetic live biotherapeutic candidates, which are designed to treat disorders associated with the Microbiome. We pride ourselves on creating a culture and work environment that is scientifically driven, ambitious, and collaborative. We encourage diversity of thought that leads to great innovation and are looking to add to our dynamic team great people who are driven to transform the lives of patients.

We believe our Microbiome platform represents the best in class approach to developing biopharmaceutical agents from live biotherapeutic products. ABI-M201, our lead program in ulcerative colitis, is currently in IND enabling studies and is expected to enter the clinic in 2019.  This program is part of a broader partnership we established with Allergan in 2017 for GI programs with a potential total development and commercial milestones of up to $2.8 billion.  Our internal pipeline will represent first in class or best in class microbiome approaches in areas such as immuno-oncology, liver diseases, and other areas of high medical need.

Assembly is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, while the R&D headquarters is in South San Francisco. The Company also has a microbiome manufacturing facility in Groton, CT, and a research office in Shanghai, China. Assembly has a strong balance sheet having raised approximately $166 million in July 2018, thus positioned well to build the next phase of Assembly toward global development and commercialization of our innovative medicines in HBV-cure and the Microbiome. 

The Summer Intern, Drug Product Development will support GMP manufacturing operations associated with the development of pharmaceutical dosage forms for the microbiome program.  Work may include various unit operations to prepare solid oral dosage forms, preparation of samples, and use of characterization and testing instruments. All work will be under the direction of experienced staff.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Technical Operations group with hands-on GMP manufacturing of solid oral dosage forms. Unit operations may include dispensing, blending, milling/screening, encapsulation/tableting, banding, coating, weight sorting, packaging, and labeling
• Perform testing of solid oral dosage forms, as needed
• Learn and comply with all GMP procedures and requirements
• Comply with all safety requirements
• Document all work in batch records, laboratory notebook(s) or other acceptable forms 

Requirements:

• Matriculated junior or senior year college student in pharmaceutical sciences (or equivalent) with an interest in pursuing a pharmaceutical industry career
• Student with good academic standing
• Prior experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, as required
• Ability to document work in a written fashion (e.g., batch record, laboratory notebook, etc.)
• Energetic and motivated student with sincere interest in a pharmaceutical industry career path
• Must be capable of following written procedures and verbal instructions from experienced staff
• Must work safely with personal protective equipment (PPE), as required
• Excellent professional and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://assemblybioinc.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=156

Research Internship in Antibody Engineering at MacroGenics

MacroGenics is a leader in the discovery and development of innovative medicines that utilize our next generation antibody-based technologies.  Our team of 300+ dedicated individuals is advancing a pipeline of product candidates to treat patients with cancer as well as various autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases.  Our products and platforms have attracted multiple partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies around the globe.

The Company considers its employees to be its most valuable asset and we are committed to providing opportunities for individuals to learn and grow as a means to further their professional development. MacroGenics' corporate culture promotes an atmosphere of innovation, open communication and teamwork where employees can see firsthand how they contribute to the success of the organization.

Summary of Position
The Research Intern will be working in the Antibody Engineering Department of MacroGenics, implementing hands on experience on molecular biology techniques and assay validation to facilitate stability improvements of therapeutic antibodies.

Responsibilities and Job Duties

• Design plasmids for site-directed mutagenesis, cloning and transformations
• Transient small-scale mammalian transfections of different antibody variants
• Perform immunoassays to validate expression and antigen binding properties of antibody variants
• Coordinate with Protein Engineering Division to learn about protein profiles and thermal stabilities
• Data analysis using the software Lasergene, GraphPad Prism, SoftMax Pro
• Documenting experimental procedures and results

Qualifications
Education, Certifications & Experience

• Undergraduate rising juniors, or seniors and graduate students in accredited universities 
• Must be pursuing a degree in the areas such as Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology or related discipline
• Minimum GPA of 3.0

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of molecular biology – cloning, PCR
• Knowledge of antibody structure, protein chemistry
• Experience in working with Window-based software and Office programs (Excel/ PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous lab experience
• Experience with standard molecular biology technique and immunoassay: PCR, ELISA

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://careers-macrogenics.icims.com/jobs/1289/research-intern-(antibody-engineering)---summer-2019/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board&iisn=Indeed&mobile=false&width=1170&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Allergan - Research and Development Summer Internship in California

Who are we?
Allergan markets a portfolio of leading brands and best-in-class products for the central nervous system, eye care, medical aesthetics and dermatology, gastroenterology, women's health, urology and anti-infective therapeutic categories. With commercial operations in approximately 100 countries, Allergan is committed to working with physicians, healthcare providers and patients to deliver innovative and meaningful treatments that help people around the world live longer, healthier lives every day.

Why Allergan?
Allergan is a company that will inspire you to aim high with your ambition. When you intern at Allergan, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, strategic environment where bold, innovative thinking isn’t just welcomed, it’s encouraged. You will gain hands on experience that will help you grow both professionally and personally. Across all functions, we relish the opportunity to help our people fulfill their potential. Our rapid growth strategy means plenty of opportunities to step into the spotlight. Power your future & join our bold team.

Are you ready to join our team and make a difference?
Each summer, we offer internship programs for college and university students to join Allergan. It’s an opportunity for you to engage in a meaningful work environment. Students will gain valuable hands-on, real-world work experience that will help prepare you for the next step in your career. The intern will work for 10 or 12 weeks under the supervision of one or more mentors on projects.

We have multiple R&D Summer Intern openings in the following areas:

• Chief Medical Office
• Drug Development Operations
• Product Development
• Clinical Research
• Drug Metabolism
• Immunology

Requirements:

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited university and in good academic standing.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s Degree in the R&D field (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry) or other closely related discipline.
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization without the need for sponsorship by the company. 
• Must be able to work for 10 or 12 weeks for the duration of the internship.
• No relocation, transportation, or housing assistance will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail, good organization skills and ability to prioritize.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to handle multiple projects and initiatives while maintaining a strong sense of urgency.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://agn.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/r-d-summer-intern-irvine-ca-8425

Allergan - Research and Development Summer Internship in New Jersey

Who are we?
Allergan markets a portfolio of leading brands and best-in-class products for the central nervous system, eye care, medical aesthetics and dermatology, gastroenterology, women's health, urology and anti-infective therapeutic categories. With commercial operations in approximately 100 countries, Allergan is committed to working with physicians, healthcare providers and patients to deliver innovative and meaningful treatments that help people around the world live longer, healthier lives every day.

Why Allergan?
Allergan is a company that will inspire you to aim high with your ambition. When you intern at Allergan, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, strategic environment where bold, innovative thinking isn’t just welcomed, it’s encouraged. You will gain hands on experience that will help you grow both professionally and personally. Across all functions, we relish the opportunity to help our people fulfill their potential. Our rapid growth strategy means plenty of opportunities to step into the spotlight. Power your future & join our bold team.

Are you ready to join our team and make a difference?
Each summer, we offer internship programs for college and university students to join Allergan. It’s an opportunity for you to engage in a meaningful work environment. Students will gain valuable hands-on, real-world work experience that will help prepare you for the next step in your career. The intern will work for 10 or 12 weeks under the supervision of one or more mentors on projects.

We have multiple R&D Summer Intern openings in the following areas:

• Clinical Development
• Chief Medical Office
• Regulatory Affairs
• Drug Development Operations
• Medical Excellence Systems

Requirements:

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited university and in good academic standing.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s Degree in the R&D field (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry) or other closely related discipline.
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization without the need for sponsorship by the company. 
• Must be able to work for 10 or 12 weeks for the duration of the internship.
• No relocation, transportation, or housing assistance will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail, good organization skills and ability to prioritize.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to handle multiple projects and initiatives while maintaining a strong sense of urgency.

For more information, please visit: https://agn.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/r-d-summer-intern-madison-nj-8394?src=JB-10061

JMU Unpaid Internship Scholarship - Deadline April 12th!

Think you might be working at an unpaid internship this summer? Would you like to get paid for it? 

Scholarship awarded to students range from $1,000-5,000 to cover expenses, tuition, and books while working at unpaid internships.

Apply by the deadline, Friday, April 12 at noon!

Check out our website to see if you qualify and learn how to apply:

📄 Scholarship for Unpaid Internships

📆 Events Calendar

STEM Scholarship Opportunity for Women with an unpaid or underpaid STEM Internship this Summer - Deadline April 4th!

The B.A. Rudolph Foundation invites women—especially women of color, Dreamers, and/or first generation college goers—to apply for this STEM scholarship opportunity to subsidize your cost of living during an unpaid or underpaid summer position (internship, fellowship, research assistantship, etc.). 

Scholarship applications are due by April 4 for STEM applicants and may be submitted online here.

The B.A. Rudolph Foundation is dedicated to supporting the educational and professional development of women who might not have the financial or structural support to otherwise participate in an internship. We provide financial and professional resources to women in STEM with summer internships/ fellowships/ assistantships (undergraduate, nationwide). The goal of the stipends is to cover living expenses, making it feasible for students to accept unpaid internships. In addition to financial support, the Foundation provides each scholar with 1-2 mentors in her field of interest, professional development workshops, and networking opportunities.

If you need more information, please visit http://barudolphfoundation.org/stem-scholarship/ or contact the Foundation's Program Director Kristen Hecht at Kristen@BARudolphFoundation.org.

Wilderness Ranger/Trail Internship in Willamette National Forest

Are you interested in a career in natural resource management? Do you love to hike, work hard outside, and enjoy the beauty and challenge of the mountains? The Willamette National Forest is seeking wilderness ranger interns to protect and preserve three spectacular Wilderness areas in the Willamette National Forest. Come spend the summer working in the Diamond Peak, Waldo Lake, and Three Sisters Wilderness Areas and have the summer experience of a lifetime!

Location: Oakridge, Oregon is a small community with a population of 3,000. It is located 45 miles southeast of Eugene. Recreational opportunities are abundant, including skiing, hiking, biking, birding, fishing and hunting. For more information on the area see http://www.oakridgechamber.com/ 

The Wilderness Ranger Job: The wilderness ranger intern will be an integral member of the Willamette National Forest. The intern will be expected to take on most of the duties of full-time employees. The ranger will work with the Wilderness Manager, other forest staff, volunteers, and may work alone at times.

The wilderness ranger intern: 

• May backpack for up to 4 days with a backpack of 50 pounds or more, including tools associated with wilderness ranger duties. 
• Implements the logistics required for completion of wilderness projects including on-site coordination of volunteers. 
• Performs trail maintenance activities. 
• Performs maintenance at dispersed recreation sites including site cleanup and naturalizing. 
• Interacts with public in wilderness, providing education and information. Checks wilderness permits. Informs wilderness visitors of rules and regulations.
• Patrols wilderness to ensure that areas are operated, used, and maintained in accordance with wilderness management plans and regulations.
• Uses education as the primary method of disseminating wilderness rules and regulations to the public.
• Organizes and establishes low impact base camps.
• Performs inventorying and monitoring of specific resources.
• Inventories and restores campsites in wilderness areas.
• Maintains signs in wilderness areas.
• Collects evidence and provides documentation for cases of misuse of wilderness areas.
• Manages collected data in digital format, including the input of data into databases and editing of digital photographs.

Internship Requirements

• The wilderness ranger intern must be able to backpack for multiple tours of duty, with each tour having the potential to last up to 4 days.
• The ranger should expect to carry a 50+ pound backpack and tools associated with duties (e.g. shovel, saw, etc.).
• The ranger must be experienced in backpacking and wilderness travel with a demonstrated ability to work independently in remote locations.
• The wilderness ranger intern must be familiar with the Wilderness Act, wilderness ethics, and Leave No Trace principles.
• The wilderness ranger intern must have good communication skills, as interaction with wilderness visitors will be a primary responsibility.
• The wilderness ranger intern must make a commitment to the program.

Internship Dates
The internship lasts for 12 weeks. Start and end dates are flexible, with the ideal period being mid-June to late September.

Compensation
The intern will receive a $150 a week stipend and will be provided bunkhouse style housing. Bunkhouses include shared sleeping quarters, kitchen, bathroom, dining, and laundry facilities.

Transportation
A personal vehicle is strongly recommended but not required. A vehicle will be available for use while working. For interns who do not have a personal vehicle available, transportation can be arranged through the Forest Service for pickup from the Eugene area at the beginning of the internship and drop-off at the end of the internship.

Training
Interns will be certified in crosscut sawing and will receive First Aid/CPR and EPI training.

Equipment
Interns will be provided with personal protective equipment, hand tools, radios, and standard group backpacking gear such as tents, stoves and water filters. Other items are in limited supply. Interns must have their own sturdy hiking boots.

Questions
Stacey Snyder, Assistant Trails Manager
Middle Fork Ranger District
541-782-5329

APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume that includes relevant skills and experiences including backpacking, outdoor skills and two references.

Application will close March 23, 2018

2018 Rust Nature Sanctuary Environmental Education Volunteer Intern

Position Description:
ANS seeks a reliable volunteer to assist with curriculum/program development under the guidance of the EE programs manager at our Rust Nature Sanctuary in Leesburg, Virginia. This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual interested in learning more about environmental education program development and natural history. This position offers practical, hands-on experience and the opportunity to gain new skills. The environmental education volunteer will work a flexible schedule which includes a minimum of 5 hours and a maximum of 10 hours per week. ANS volunteer positions are accepted on an ongoing basis and typically last four to six months.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson materials with guidance from EE Programs Manager
• Assist with school programs, curriculum development, lesson visuals
• Support lesson delivery
• Assist with marketing programs

Qualifications:

• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite, ability to learn simple database system
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with ANS volunteers and clients
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm for the mission of Audubon Naturalist Society

Benefits:
This is an unpaid, volunteer position, however it includes the following benefits:

• Free ANS membership for one year
• 20% discount for ANS sponsored courses and workshops
• If space is available, free participation in ANS local forays
• 20% discount at Sanctuary Shop
• Opportunity to audit Master Naturalist classes
• Opportunity to participate in staff and committee meetings
• Opportunity to interview the ANS Executive Director and other staff

Location:
Rust Nature Sanctuary – 802 Children’s Center Rd., Leesburg, VA 20175

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to susanne.ortmann@anshome.org.

Become a Chesapeake Conservation Corps Member!

The Chesapeake Bay Trust anticipates placing 30-35 Corps Members with nonprofit organizations and government agencies throughout the region to work fulltime for a stipend-support year of service ($18,000) beginning on August 21, 2018.

Each year, the Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program places young adults (ages 18-25) with nonprofit or government agencies to work fulltime in the environmental field for a one-year term of paid service in the Chesapeake Bay region. The Corps Members receive hands-on green job and leadership experience through on-the-ground experience leading and assisting with projects and programs for their host sites, extensive trainings hosted by the Trust and other service-learning opportunities including grant writing and project management.

Corps Members also develop meaningful connections and friendships with each other creating a network of young environmental professionals that is a powerful resource even after the yearlong term. Ultimately the Corps Program aims to empower young professionals to take action and make impactful change as leaders and experts in their respective career fields.

Qualifications:

• Corps Members will be between the ages of 18-25.
• Each Corps Member will work fulltime at a Host Organization for a period of one year.
• Corps Members will participate in at least one conference, five trainings, and three project days within the service year.
• Corps Members must complete a capstone project by the end of their service year.
• Corps Members must complete at least four site visits at fellow Corps Member’s host sites.

How to Apply?:
Applications are currently OPEN. The deadline is April 13, 2018 at 5:00 pm.

List of Potential Host Organizations:
A list of the potential Host Organizations and short descriptions of the positions offered will be listed here after their March 9th deadline.

For more information or to apply please visit: https://cbtrust.org/prospective/

Chesapeake Forests Program Intern - Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

The Chesapeake Forests Program Intern will be based in the Richmond office and focus primarily on supporting program staff in the Chesapeake Forest Program. The Chesapeake Forest program staff develop and implement programs that improve the health of existing forests, create new forests in places important to Chesapeake residents, and communicate the benefits of forests to residents, governments and businesses. Based in Richmond, the intern will support forest program efforts for across the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. The intern will support staff primarily in the management of the Alliance’s forest landowner outreach program, Forests for the Bay (https://www.forestsforthebay.org).

Activities: 

• Assist with online/social media communications, article writing to promote programs, and website development and maintenance.
• Support staff in curating and sending out monthly Forests for the Bay newsletter.
• Assist in preparation and attend outreach and volunteer events. Outreach may include tabling events, door-to-door canvasing, tree plantings, invasive plant pulling, and riparian forest buffer maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Possess a strong work and environmental ethic, and a strong interest in outreach and education.
• Good writing abilities and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter, and WordPress blogs.
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Background in forestry, forest ecology, forest management, and/or wildlife management preferred

Work schedule and time commitment:
The office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00 pm. Volunteer work hours may be flexible within this schedule in agreement with the supervisor. Some after-hours, weekend work, and day trips may be required. A minimum of 10 hours per week of volunteer service are expected for this position. The position agreement is for three to six months or until school requirements are satisfied. The commitment may extend depended on the needs of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and the performance of the volunteer.

The internship may start on a rolling basis beginning in May 2018 through August 2018. Start and end dates are flexible.

For more information or to apply please visit: https://www.allianceforthebay.org/2017/11/volunteer-position-description-chesapeake-forests-program-intern-va-office/

Water Quality Program Intern - Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (Alliance) is a regional nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring together individuals, organizations, businesses and governments to find collaborative solutions, to build a strong commitment to stewardship, and to deliver innovative, broadly-supported programs that benefit the land, waters and residents of the Chesapeake Bay. The Alliance implements local programs that connect people to their local river and become directly involved in local restoration efforts. The Alliance was founded in 1971 and has offices in Annapolis, MD, Camp Hill, PA, and Richmond, VA.

The Water Quality Program Intern will be based in the Richmond office and focus on promoting Alliance programs through a variety of communication channels. The main focus will include our water quality monitoring programs RiverTrends and the Chesapeake Monitoring Cooperative (volunteer water quality monitoring). RiverTrends is the Alliance’s citizen water quality monitoring program and is a regional network of over 50 trained volunteers who perform monthly water quality tests that help track the condition of local waterways the flow into the Chesapeake Bay. The Alliance has been coordinating RiverTrends for over 30 years in partnership with DEQ. The Chesapeake Monitoring Cooperative is larger effort to integrate volunteer-based water quality and macroinvertebrate monitoring data into the Chesapeake Bay Program parnterhsip.

Activities:

• Become a RiverTrends certified monitor and set up a site for the Alliance to conduct water quality monitoring.
• Assist with RiverTrends certification trainings.
• Assist with data entry and quality assurance checks for citizen water quality monitoring program and streamwalk program.
• Assist with data conversion from our current access database into our new Chesapeake Data Explorer.
• Assist with research and outreach to current monitoring groups throughout Virginia to engage them in the Chesapeake Monitoring Cooperative.
• Assist with outreach to find new monitoring groups and expand the program in the Piedmont and Coastal Virginia areas.
• Assist with online/social media communications, article writing to promote programs, and website development and maintenance.
• Assist in preparation for outreach and volunteer events.

Qualifications:

• Possess a strong work and environmental ethic.
• Good writing abilities and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter, and WordPress blogs.
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.

Time Commitment: The office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Volunteer work hours may be flexible within this schedule in agreement with the supervisor. Some after-hours and weekend work may be required. A minimum of 10 hours per week of volunteer service are expected for this position. The position agreement is for three to six months or until school requirements are satisfied. The commitment may extend depended on the needs of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and the performance of the volunteer.

For more information or to apply please visit: https://www.allianceforthebay.org/2017/11/volunteer-position-description-water-quality-program-intern/

Position starts May 2018 or September 2018.