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Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer Intern to join our Lean Drug Product Operations team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of lean manufacturing operations within a dynamic and supportive environment. The intern will assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of Right First Time Inspection Readiness tool for drug product operations, and will gain valuable insights into the inspection ready process, lean tools and quality behavior that support employee growth and organizational development. Program dates: Monday, June 2 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in design of Inspection Ready tool for manufacturing process:
Develop a digital tool to monitor the audit ready state of the manufacturing areas.
Collaborate with team members of Operations, Operational Excellence and Compliance for a streamlined and holistic approach.
Provide recommendations for site inspection ready tool using the tier management system.
Implement the tool and provide training to the end users.
Research and Innovation
Conduct research on industry trends and best practices in inspection readiness using a digital approach.
Provide recommendations for inspection ready measuring tools.
Provide recommendations on best practices for inspection ready programs.
Qualifications & Experience
Education:
Applicants must attend an accredited university in Puerto Rico or reside in Puerto Rico.
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Science, Engineering or a related field.
Skills:
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with digital tools used in lean operational excellence.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience or coursework in operational excellence,compliance, or a related field.
Lean Six Sigma certifications or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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