Quality Engineering and Validation Internship

Company Overview:

Our mission at Forge Biologics, is to enable access to life changing gene therapies and help bring them from idea into reality. We partner with innovators in the gene therapy community: scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma companies and patient groups. We bring expertise in gene therapy manufacturing and development to the table, helping champion teams that are navigating the long road from the lab bench to the patient's bedside. With a patient-first approach, we are forging new models for working together to better accelerate these transformative medicines to reach those who need them the most. 

Position Overview:

Forge Biologics is seeking a Quality Engineering & Validation Intern to join our 2023 Ignite Internship Program.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure quality engineering and validation through system qualification, process improvement, and program management. You will gain hands-on experience in the gene therapy manufacturing process through qualification of GMP systems, such as chromatography systems and bioreactors (up to 5000 L). 

Who you are:

• You are a current junior currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent 
• You are studying Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field 
• You are a self-starter, detail-oriented, collaborative, and organized 
• You have project management skills and experience in the lab setting is a plus 

What you'll do:

• You will get hands on experience with cGMP systems, including manufacturing equipment and laboratory instruments, and interact with all departments in Operations 
• You will support projects related to validation and assist with implementation of new cGMP Systems 
• You will support several cross-functional quality engineering and validation activities such as functional verification, data peer review, and report analysis 

Why you'll love it:

• You’ll work on meaningful and relevant projects while gaining experience in the biotech industry 
• You will develop professionally through bi-weekly intern programming including networking with Forge leaders, career management workshops, and exclusive intern community events 
• You will be mentored by Forge department leaders and supported through a network of Forge employees (including ERGs, coffee chats, and employee engagement events) 

Forge Biologic’s Ignite Internship Program is designed to provide meaningful experiences in a professional environment while giving our interns the experience to network with Senior Leadership and peers through a variety of activities and events.  During the Summer Internship Program, you will work on real business issues/projects and learn from industry leaders.  Our interns will work onsite at our offices in Grove City, OH (just 15 minutes from downtown Columbus, Ohio).