Summer Intern/Scheduling & Logistics

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.  

  

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology). 

  

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. 

Department Description

The Scheduling & Logistics Intern will be part of a high performing team responsible for delivering the supply of GSK products to the Biologics & Devices supply chain. They will demonstrate GSK values (Patient Focus, Transparency, Respect & Integrity) and Expectations (Courage, Accountability, Development & Teamwork) on a daily basis by engaging positively with team members. The Scheduling & Logistics (S&L) team at GSK, Upper Merion, manages the production schedule and coordination of bulk drug substance (BDS) receipt and shipments. S&L is responsible for ensuring on time manufacture and BDS receipt at our secondary sites for further manufacture.

Job Description

• Learn about the production scheduling process and technology.
• Support the scheduling team by working with stakeholders on improvement project(s) for right first time execution.
• Data mining to identify potential changes to model assumptions in the scheduling software RTMS.
• Implement/improve upon mechanism for scheduling assumption tracking.
• Identify and implement process improvements (i.e. reduce material waste, improve productivity) and required documentation updates, within the controlled systems of the site.
• Demonstrate GSK Values – Patient Focus, Transparency, Respect, and Integrity – in every interaction, in every work task, and with every responsibility of the job role. Live GSK’s Expectations of Courage, Accountability, Development, and Teamwork to achieve high performing behaviors in the workplace.
• Adhere to safety procedures and training requirements in accordance with site, GSK, and federal regulations including the proper use of controls, personal protection equipment, and waste handling practices.
• Follow ALCOA (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate) principles for all documentation of performed tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in a natural science, engineering, or similar disciplines.
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 12-week internship (May/June ~ August 2025).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Students actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree program are strongly preferred.
• Technically oriented candidate with prior experience with biopharmaceutical operations via coursework, lab work, or industrial experience is highly preferred.
• Ideal candidate will exhibit strong interpersonal skills and take initiative to learn and engage with process subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Candidate should preferably demonstrate the ability to follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and work in a highly regulated environment.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive World of GSK Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps. 
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Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certa