Intern, Global Distribution Cold Chain Solutions

Company Description

About Biogen: 

At Biogen, our mission is clear - we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population.   

We at Biogen are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve. We are focused on strengthening our foundation to advance our overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy and, most importantly, ensure all our employees feel included. 

As an intern or co-op at Biogen, you can expect to be placed on a real project, under the guidance of experienced professionals and subject matter experts who are invested in your career and academic growth. We also ensure that you have plenty of opportunities to build your network, learn more about our organization through weekly lunch and learns led by leaders from across the company, and join us for several fun events.  

Job Description

Summary 

This application is for a 12-week internship role from June - August 2024. Resume review begins in January 2024. 

Position Description 

The Global Distribution Cold Chain Solutions Group (GDCCS) intern position provides an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience and exposure to the Supply Chain world, Cold Chain technology, Distribution Packaging, and Shipping Qualification function. Working as a member of the GDCCS team, the intern will support:  

• Qualification of an upcoming program for BLA submission.   

• Qualification Documentation 

• Execution of Qualification Studies.  Includes on-site support at local external lab, testing, inspections,  

• Working with various packaging/shipping solution vendors 

• Collaborating with the packaging development group 

• Support Cross-functional meetings and tech transfer meetings. 

• Support Operational/technical meetings with Logistics, Manufacturing Sciences (MS), External manufacturing (EM), and Warehouse.   

Key Responsibilities:  

• Creation of qualification templates and check lists 

• Assist in the creation of qualification protocols/reports. 

• Provide onsite support (testing, visual inspections, etc) at external test lab  

• Perform distribution packaging studies as needed 

• Coordinate and support real time/supply chain studies 

• Work with external vendors in order to execute qualification studies on various packaging components. 

• Support BG9418 shipping qualification activities and associated CAPAs 

• Support Annual Product Reviews (APR) and Periodic Reviews for GDCCS and transport qualification. 

• Support process improvements for commercial/clinical shipping qualification process  

The position is based in Cambridge or RTP with possible travel to local suppliers and test labs (transportation can be provided by the company). 

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• We are seeking talented and highly motivated students to work during the summer break. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to work in a team environment and complete tasks in a timely manner 

•  Familiarity with Microsoft Office 

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. 

• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date 

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. 

Education 

• Undergraduate student completed at least two years of program. 

• Minimum grade point average of 3.2 preferred 

• Desired majors include: Packaging Engineering

• Major schools include: RIT, MSU, Clemson or Wisconsin-Stout, position open to all US based universities students

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to buildi