Operational Excellence Intern

Role Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented summer intern to join the Global Operational Excellence (OPEX) team. The candidate will work and support OPEX across multiple platforms including Pharma Americas, Pharma Europe, Pharma China, Diagnostics, Biologics and External Supply Platforms. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Operation Excellence and Continuous Improvement across the GMS business platform with a strong focus on CIP development, training, and organizational efficiency improvement.

Internship Job Duties:

• Training:
  • Assist in the improvement of Green Belt, Yellow Belt and Lean Leadership Boot Camp Trainings. 
  • Assist in the delivery of these trainings during the summer (preparation, organization).
  • If timing allows, participate in Green Belt Training or Lean Leadership Boot Camp
• Data Entry:
  • Assist fulltime OPEX colleagues with data entry on diagnostic events at sites.
  • Cost Improvement Project entries
  • Power Point presentation development
  • Excel spreadsheet preparation
• Project Management:
  • Provide support in planning, executing, and monitoring program activities.
  • Help track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Documentation:
  • Improve the organization and documentation of the team files (Teams vs sharepoint). 
  • Create an organized filing system.
• Reporting:
  • Assist with generation of regular report outs on project status, risks, and issues.

Internship Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven Leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Enrolled in a degree program during the Spring term preceding internship
• Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies and a 3.0 GPA or higher
• At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must be physically residing in the U.S for the entirety of the internship.
• Must be available to accompany Zoetis colleagues on U.S. business travel (25%)

 

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position:

 

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $20.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

 

 

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):

 

Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Full time

Intern (Trainee)

Colleague

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