Intern – Manufacturing

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RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb company, is a dynamic biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, CA. The company is focused on improving survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes. RayzeBio is developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors. Led by a successful and experienced entrepreneurial team, RayzeBio aims to be the global leader in radiopharmaceuticals.

Summary

The MS&T Intern will participate and support the different teams within the MS&T department including process engineering, validation, and deviation activities.  The intern will support the development, optimization, and validation of manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and the production of high-quality radiopharmaceuticals. 

The full-time internship will take place June - August 2026.

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

·Assist in the development and execution of validation protocols for equipment, facilities, utilities, and processes used at the site.

·Support process engineering activities including troubleshooting, process optimization, and data analysis to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality

·Collect, analyze, and document data from various types of validation studies

·Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements

·Participate in risk assessments and failure mode effect analysis (FMEA) to identify risks and implement corrective and preventative actions

·Assist in drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, technical documents, and other document types utilized at the site.

·Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance process efficiency, reduce costs, or improve product quality. 

·Maintain accurate and detailed documentation for all activities in compliance with regulatory standards.

Education and Experience

·Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in engineering, science, or a related field. 

·Basic understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, validation principles and regulatory requirements is preferred

·Familiarity with process equipment and validation methodologies is a plus

·Prior internship or coursework in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering, or quality assurance is desirable but not required

Skills and Qualifications

·Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, regulated environment

·Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

·Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

·Proficiency in Microsoft Office

·Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·All candidates must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment.  Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Physical Demands

·Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs.

This is a position that requires working in a GMP cleanroom environment, wearing protective clothing, and handling of radioactive materials.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This is a temporary, time-bound position intended for the duration of the internship or co-op program. Employment in this role does not imply or guarantee ongoing or permanent employment with BMS.

The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is within the range of $23.00 to $42.00/hr. Please note that the final individual compensation and any applicable benefits will be determined by your employer of record (and not BMS). Factors influencing this decision may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location of the job. Compensation details are subject to change.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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