2026 Future Talent Program - Animal Health Research and Development Quality Assurance - Intern
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Job Description
The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Animal Health Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
Our Company is offering one summer internship opportunity with our Animal Health Research & Development Quality Assurance team at our Rahway, New Jersey site. Quality Assurance is a critical function in the pharmaceutical industry providing support to the business through partnership with key business stakeholders, process improvement, and more.
In this role, the intern will have the opportunity to interact with Quality Assurance professionals and Leadership Team members, exposing the intern to a broad perspective on quality throughout the drug development continuum. They will also:
Gain an understanding of the phases of drug development.
Gain an understanding of the importance of quality in ensuring the rights and well-being of patients and the welfare of animals; helping to meet the intent of global regulatory requirements through robust processes and procedures; and ensuring subject, company, and regulator confidence and public trust in our company.
Interact with our Company employees who have broad experience across the pharmaceutical industry.
We are seeking an intern candidate with strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi-functional environment.
Education:
Candidate must be a current student enrolled in a Bachelor’s or graduate program in Animal Science, Agribusiness, Life Sciences, Veterinary School, or Animal Health related degree.
Candidate must have completed at least 2 years of college course work by June 2026.
Required Experience and Skills:
Candidate must be available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks during the months of May – August 2026.
Candidate must be committed to making an active contribution to team goals.
Candidate must have strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative and own deliverables.
Candidate must have demonstrated interpersonal skills including flexibility, collaboration and inclusion skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
Candidate must have demonstrated the capability to develop innovative solutions to challenges.
Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Candidate should have general computer skills in word processing, data management, and graphics; Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Candidate should have good communication skills and the ability to keep accurate records.
Candidate should have experience with or exposure to the development of dashboards, analytics, or other systems.
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD
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