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Pharmaceutical Technology Intern (Spring 2025)

Purdue Pharma l.p.

Purdue Pharma l.p.

IT
Wilson, NC, USA
Posted on Nov 21, 2025

Job Summary

The internship provides the opportunity to gain first-hand experience with the Pharmaceutical Technology Department of a pharmaceutical company as well as exposure to various roles within the pharmaceutical industry. The Intern works closely with Pharm Tech personnel to support the process development, process validation, cleaning validation, process optimization, and execution of project activities as assigned while adhering to relevant regulatory guidelines, company procedure, company Code of Ethics, and acting in alignment with our Values: Collaboration, Integrity, Courage and Innovation.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop knowledge of roles and functions within Pharm Tech, QA, QC, Operations and other cross-function teams.

Participate in the planning of a project designed to add value to an existing product and/or process and execute on said project.

Draft/write protocols, memos, briefs, and summaries based on results of experiments, and report results to a cross-functional audience.

Assist Pharm Tech personnel in providing operational support as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate-level coursework in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics, Engineering and/or related areas.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • A practical and proactive problem-solver
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and leadership skills.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to work independently.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with cross functional team members and external partners
  • Strong and demonstrated research skills.
  • Goal-oriented, project-oriented, and achievement-oriented.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities for multiple stakeholders.
  • Desire to learn from others and build relationships across the organization.

Additional Information

Able to work 3- 4 days per week (preferably during core hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) for the equivalent of a semester. Some second shift or weekend work, may be required, based on project assignments and business needs.