Overview:

The purpose of the internship is to provide meaningful professional hands-on experience to students with leadership potential and proven academic performance.  Werfen hires students majoring in Engineering and Life Sciences fields into this internship program based on business need.  Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities. 

Position Description

• To perform entry level work of a routine nature requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related tasks.
• The Intern will be involved in the day-to-day activities of the team included aiding other departments as they relate to department projects. We expect the intern to gain an in-depth knowledge of the product and its associated processes, particularly the process activities in-which they will be directly involved. The intern will have opportunities to assist in nearly all aspects of the workflow.

Key Attributes 

• Create or update Manufacturing & Operations documents such as: Manufacturing Routers and Bill of Materials (BOM)s, Manufacturing Quality Plans (MQPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Standard Production Methods (SPMs)
• Scope, plan and execute Engineering Change Order requests issued internally. Requests include improvements of manufacturing efficiencies, implementation of engineering changes, improvements of product quality, and resolution of technical issues in a production line.
• Perform element of a Process Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ). Participate in activities related to new Product Introductions
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Education: The ideal candidate will be entering their Junior or Senior year working towards a degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: At least one prior summer internship in a related industry such as: Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Automobile and Aerospace.

The hourly wage range Werfen reasonably expects to pay for the position is $21 to $28.  Compensation is reasonably based upon multiple factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and specific needs of the business.