Calibration Intern

At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise and proven regulatory track record.

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The Calibration Intern will work closely with a peer mentor to learn basic calibration skills, following documented procedures using precision standards. They will help set up equipment, change batteries, assist with data entry, and perform calibration on various instruments. They will help maintain routine checks on laboratory standards and update control charts as needed.

The Intern will complete company onboarding activities and provide feedback to ensure our onboarding program is efficient and engaging. Interns will develop their skills and increase their knowledge of CDMO regulations and activities while working in a world-class pharmaceutical environment.

The Alcami Intern Program is a minimum 10-week paid program. Alcami interns are provided hands-on work experience building upon knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Interns work side-by-side industry leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment who are passionate about being part of a team developing life-saving drugs around the world. The program concludes with individual presentations to Alcami leaders.

100% on-site position in Pepperell, MA.
• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm.

• Assist in the calibration of various instruments in accordance with departmental Work Instructions.
• Collaborate with peer mentor to understand and apply calibration techniques.
• Help with troubleshooting and identifying calibration issues.
• Report questionable calibration results to peer mentor/supervisor.
• Enter data into the Metrology Database.
• Abide by ISO 17025 principles.
• Maintain good housekeeping practice.
• Perform routine checks on laboratory standards and update control charts as needed.
• Operate under GxP guidelines.
• The intern will complete all onboarding activities and provide feedback for process improvements.
• The intern will be trained on proper techniques and documentation in a GMP environment. Techniques will depend on the group and area.
• Interns will be trained on safety and quality expectations, and are expected to maintain safety and quality standards, and report safety observations according to company policy.
• Upon completion of the internship, incumbents will conduct individual presentations to Alcami leaders.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Enrolled in a 4-year college or university pursuing a bachelor's degree in a field related to the internship.

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Biology, Biotech, Chemistry, Computer Programming, Electronics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with measurement units.
• Understand basic mathematics.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions for calibration procedures.
• Ability to multitask.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Operate under GxP guidelines.
• Good verbal and written communication and documentation skills required.
• Strong detail orientation and organizational skills required.
• Willingness to collaborate with other team members.
• Follows all safety policies and leads by example a safety-first culture.
• Produces high quality work products with a focus on first time right.
• Complies with the company code of conduct, policies, and regulatory standards.

• No travel required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and smell. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for specific job duties to be performed. Such personal protective equipment may include, but not limited to safety eyewear, various types of respirators/breathing apparatus, lab coats, full protective body coverings, various types of gloves, etc.