Quality Assurance 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 patients-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 Assurance Intern to join our 2023 Ignite Internship Program.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the oversight of the manufacture of life changing gene therapies for human use. You will gain hands-on experience and assist with review of operation documentation, learn about regulatory agency requirements, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).     

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 Pre-Med, Life Sciences, Operations Management or related field 
• You are a self-starter, detail-oriented, collaborative, and organized 
• You have an interest in the impact of Quality Assurance, operations, and efficiencies 

What you'll do:

• You will assist in the review of documentation (SOPs, logbooks, other manufacturing documents) to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements 
• You will gain experience in using the Quality Management System contributing to Change Control, CAPA, and investigational processes with Quality Assurance supervision 
• You support several cross-functional quality system activities and work manufacturing personnel and other teams  

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.  Over the course of 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).   

 In our commitment to the safety of our employees and customers, a COVID vaccination is required.