Engineering and Automation Summer Intern at AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, Maryland

Job Description:

We are seeking freshman, sophomore, and junior students majoring in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field for a 12-Week Student Intern role to be working in Gaithersburg, MD for a May 19th - August 8th contract period.



Position Duties:

• Ensuring the reliability of process systems and equipment for multiple manufacturing and/or development areas at AstraZeneca's Gaithersburg facilities.
  
  


• Providing technical support, applying developed solutions and supporting performance improvement projects while adhering to local best practice, safety and compliance standards.
  
  


• Participates in troubleshooting, maintenance, and process performance optimization.
  
  

Position Requirements:

• Freshman, sophomore, and junior students majoring in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
  
  


• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2025.
  
  


• Basic biotech understanding, process equipment, automation and controls experience is a plus.
  
  


• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
  
  


• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
  
  


• This role will not be providing CPT/OPT support.
  
  


• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD for 5 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
  
  


• Minimum grade point average of 3.0
  
  

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Apply Now