Intern, Device & Packaging Technologies

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
sick time
United States, California, Novato
Jan 07, 2026
Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleledexpertisein genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medicalneed. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technicalexpertiseand a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery,we'veproduced a diverse pipeline of commercial,clinicaland preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology andprovidean opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About Technical Operations BioMarin's Technical Operations groupis responsible forcreating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians,scientistsand support staff build and maintain BioMarin'scutting-edgemanufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, andprocurethe needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARY: The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.Over the course of 10 -12 weeksour interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects. The BioMarin Packagingand DeviceTechnologies (PDT) department focuses on designing, implementing, and sustaining drug delivery platforms and packaging for pipeline and commercialized drug products. The design of thepackaging anddrug delivery platforms is driven by patient safety, pharmacokinetics, user experience, competitive market advantage, as well as local and global regulations.As part of the Deviceteam,you will support hands-on laboratory testing, useability assessments,as well asdocumentationactivitiesto supportongoing programs. JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT: Test Method Development and Validation for combination products such as prefilled syringes (break loose/glide force, override force, delivered volume) and autoinjectors (injection time, delivered volume) and an intraventricular access kit (leak pressure, tensile strength, and port fatigue testing) Literature review and statistical analysis of user capability data to informdesign input requirements(such as dexterity, strength, etc.) Assist with Design Control documentation per CFR 21 Part 820 Assist with Root Cause Analysis for Product Complaints Required Skills: Basic laboratory techniques (sample preparation, measurements, data recording) Proficiencywith Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Basic Data Analysis (distribution fitting, outlier determination, tolerance intervals) Ability to write clear and concise technical protocols and reports Desired Skills: Proficiencywith statistical software such as Minitab or JMP Experience using universal test equipment (Instron, Zwick,etc) Experience Solid Modeling and 3D Printing Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 211 & 820 as well as current Good Documentation and Manufacturing Practices Qualifications/Eligibility: Student currently pursuing aBachelor's of Sciencein Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,orBioengineering Must be available to workfull time,40 hoursa week. Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program. Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles.Some positions will be open to remote interns, but employee must be within United States borders. Benefits of a BioMarin Internship: Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences Comprehensive, value-added project(s) Develop skills specific to your major. Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches Corporate office amenitiessuch as:24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks Access to Employee Resource Groups Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position.It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability. In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $24 to $27 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.