Co-op, GMP Facilities

Why Join Us?   Be a hero for our rare disease patients   At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.    Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.   If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.

Position Summary:

ultrainnovative – Tackle rare and dynamic challenges

We are seeking a motivated Junior or Senior pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (or a related technical field) for a six-month immersion into our Facilities and Engineering teams. You will bridge the gap between technical theory and operational reality in a high-stakes, regulated environment. 

Work Model: 

Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Strategy: Develop and document detailed maintenance work plans to ensure equipment reliability. 
• Project Support: Assist Engineering teams with small-scale capital projects, from design review to execution. 
• Failure Analysis: Conduct research into equipment failure modes to support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and predictive maintenance initiatives. 
• Compliance: Ensure all work meets the rigorous documentation standards required in the life sciences industry. 

Requirements:

• Education: Currently enrolled in an accredited B.S. program in Electrical, Engineering, or Chemical Engineering or related degree (Junior/Senior standing preferred). 
  • This is a 6 month co-op, starting July 6, 2026 working full-time (40 hours per week) until December 18, 2026
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). 
• Soft Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to translate technical data into clear documentation. 
• Mindset: Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. 

Physical Demand Requirements: 

• Stand for extended periods of time with periodic stooping / bending / kneeling. 
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs of various heights. 
• Able to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs. 
• Work in a controlled environment requiring GxP gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body. This requires the ability to change clothes into appropriate gowning and personal protective equipment. 
• Certain tasks may require use of a respirator; medical clearance will be required in advance. 
• Must remove all make-up, jewelry, and contract lenses while in the manufacturing environment. 
• Working in termperature-controlled environments (cold rooms). 

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: 

• $23.00-$30.